In the interest of being completely honest I must first say country music is not something I normally listen to, or can even stomach. Bluegrass in most cases would fall into that category as well. Add to that the fact that I usually dislike female lead vocalists (isn’t that woman in positions of power in general, never mind that, stay on subject). One might expect a negative review for The Greencards, a Bluegrass band with a female lead singer.
The Greencards, appropriately named because of their countries of origin, Australia and England, and distinctly American style of music, Bluegrass, are comprised mainly of a mandolin, bass, and fiddle. The band has won numerous awards including a Grammy nomination for Best Country Instrumental Performance in 2007.
The band can be compared to similar country or bluegrass groups such as the Dixie Chicks and Nickel Creek. You should plan on seeing The Greencards if you enjoy country musical performances or mandolin and fiddle instrumentals. Even though I enjoyed the album much more than most in this category I will probably continue to avoid country acts if a better option presents itself.
The Greencard's Official Site
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