A lot of this record, is for me about what lies beneath” says Oregon’s Rachel Harrington of her brilliant new album Celilo Falls .

Any true fan of authentic Americana/folk roots music are well advised to seek out a copy immediately. My Whisperin’ & Hollerin’ review on Whisperin’ & Hollerin’ will tell you why.

She explains the use of the term Country Soul  on her website:

“Hearing Loretta Lynn changed my life. Finally, I had someone I could actually sing like. And it was then I also realized the connection between country and soul. First time I heard Hank Williams I knew he was coming from the same place as Ray Charles – you can just hear it.”

Related link:

Rachel Harrington interview – Marsh Towers Blog