There's seemingly an endless production line of female singer songwriters coming out of Nashville. Sandra McCracken joins their ranks. This is lifted off her excellent 'Best Laid Plans' album, and rocks in a country-tinged way with sub-Shania Twain echoes.

McCracken started out playing piano, later guitar and began composing whilst at school.

The album, produced by Peter Collins (Bon Jovi, Alice Cooper) features more of the same and although predictable is worthy of investigation.

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Review by David Randall

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No More Tears

© 2004 Sandra McCracken/Shell Records. All rights reserved.

***** Out of this world | **** Pretty damn fine |
*** OK, approach with caution unless you are a fan |
** Instant bargain bin fodder | * Ugly. Just ugly