| Hope Waits | 
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Sales Rank: 3222
Category: Music
Artist: Hope Waits
Publisher: Radarproof Records
Studio: Radarproof Records
Manufacturer: Radarproof Records
Label: Radarproof Records
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.7 x 0.4
MPN: 1019
UPC: 786851221022
EAN: 0786851221022
ASIN: B000TP5TEI
Release Date: September 18, 2007
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| Tracks:
| • | I'll Be Satisfied | | • | You Crossed the Line | | • | Fortune Teller | | • | Yesterdays | | • | Get Behind the Mule | | • | Ring Them Bells | | • | Drown in My Own Tears | | • | Ballad of Judith Anne | | • | Cigarettes and Coffee | | • | Mother-in-Law Blues | | • | Come Rain or Come Shine | | • | Ignatius |
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Product Description
Debut album for spectacular vocalist Hope Waits. Born in the Louisiana Delta, her voice was strong from the beginning. She grew up singing in Baptist choirs, writing love songs underneath her bed, and learning how to pull a tune out of her bizarre home life. Produced by Peter Malick, producer of Norah Jones' first recording. A stunning debut, Hope channels the spirit of Billie Holiday, covering the classic Yesterdays. The disc features 4 tracks penned by Ms. Waits and producer Malick.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 7 more reviews...
 Much hope for Hope June 27, 2009
Many of the previous reviews compare Hope Waits to Bonnie Raitt, Madeleine Peyroux, Susan Tedeschi, et al; and I'll add relative unknowns, Sonya Kitchell, Jennifer Kimball (previously with The Story), and even Dr. John! In my opinion all the comparisons are apt. The production of this album is fantastic...spare background, voice up front and personal. There you go then...it would be hard for anyone not to like this album. Hope Waits' self-titled album is a channeled montage of the previously mentioned singer/songwriters. Note to Hope: Could you push your superior talent just a tad further and create YOUR sound, so that when talented newbies come along in the future, they'll be compared to you? This is a wonderful album, but really, no new ground was plowed. Not to worry. I believe she will plow it up soon.
Smoky and serene..... June 16, 2009
Hope Waits has an incredible voice. The songs written by and for her on the CD really accentuate her talents. Her covers are different but true to the spirits of the originals. Love this CD, can't stop playing it!
Your Eyes April 11, 2009
Hope Waits' debut is a strong set. Her voice is a smoky alto that oozes and croons to emotional effect. Not related to Tom Waits, confusion is warranted as she covers his "Get Behind the Mule" from his "Mule Variations" CD. Bob Dylan recorded "Ring Them Bells" on his "Oh Mercy" album. It's been frequently recorded with versions in my collection by Joan Baez on Ring Them Bells and Joe Cocker on Hymn for My Soul. Waits' version slows the tempo and dives into the lyric. Otis Redding sang "Cigarettes & Coffee." Waits' version sighs & smokes. The opening track "I'll Be Satisfied" that Jackie Wilson sang registers as an old timey soulful crooner. On "Fortune Teller," Waits brings to mind Louise Taylor's excellent Written in Red, "I'm walking the streets of New Orleans, looking to get my fortune told; I passed a lady who seems to be crazy, she said, 'Baby, your eyes are much too old'." Peter Malick who worked with Norah Jones on New York City does a great job producing, letting each track find its own expression such as on the peppy "Mother-In-Law Blues." Her take on the Ray Charles' classic "Drown in My Own Tears" shines. "You Crossed the Line" may be my very favorite with its delicious build to a smashing crescendo. The cover art by Deana G. Conn makes one stop and look twice at the disc. This is a strong outing from a young singer who has studied her musical history. Enjoy!
Great New Vocalist April 1, 2009
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love her smoky voice and interesting vocals! Can't stop listening to it. I find something new to like every time. You will not be disappointed!!
A fine Female Blues Vocal ...She is real and great!!!! January 20, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this CD by Hope after reading a recommendation of many others.
I sure got lucky, I can't thank the others who take time to write their recommendations enough or I would have missed her classic voice.
You need to check her out,
He voice is sultry,smokey sexy and bluesy oh Yes and wonderful to!!!!
Hope will have me buying her music as long as she keep it going.
This is unique, laid back and if you love female Blues artists you don't have to go far to find a primo one.
Her she is...
Tell her I sent you and then kick back and enjoy!!!!!!
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