Abetted by Brian Ahern, who would have been wise to add some Anne Murray schlock, Harris shows off a pristine earnestness that has nothing to do with what is most likable about country music and everything to do with what is most suspect in "folk." Presumably, Gram Parsons was tough enough to discourage this tendency or play against it, but as a solo mannerism it doens't even ensure clear enunciation: I swear the chorus of the best song here sounds like it begins: "I will rub my asshole/In the bosom of Abraham." C+

- Robert Christgau, Christgau's Record Guide, 1981.

Bonus Review!

"Priceless!" applauded admirers of this incredibly strong album that announced with authority the arrival of one of the most adventurous and truly great voices in country. Her pure and honest sound acknowledges rock but remains faithful to the genre's rural roots, and even decades later it's still hard to top the crystal clear elegance of this angelic musical treasure. * * * * *

- Zagat Survey Music Guide - 1,000 Top Albums of All Time, 2003.

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