Album Review of
Common Law Wife

Written by Duane Verh
August 15, 2015 - 12:00am EDT
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Angela Easterling sets scenes and conveys emotions in a manner most convincing, be they light-hearted or downright unsettling. The South Carolina-based singer/songwriter does so by way of uncomplicated melodies, frequently graced with pleasing two-part harmonies.  That latter trait shows up early on the haunting leadoff track, “Hammer”.  Angst meets athletics for the Springsteen-ish protagonist of “Throwing Strikes” and we meet a 21st century Donna Fargo on the upbeat, throwback title track.  Darker moments await on “Isaac Woodard’s Eyes” and “Arkansas Murder Ballad”.