Exceeded expectations. A pretty mix of acoustic and electric country/folk rock, but it never goes *too* country for me and the melodies are superb. Think James Taylor at times, or later Mark Knopfler. Strong vocals too. Opener The Pearl is one of the best tracks but there's lots of good ones on the first half. The back half isn't as good for me, but still an excellent album. Favorites: The Pearl, Red Dirt Girl, My Baby Needs a Shepherd, Bang the Drum Slowly.