Music Review

Whisper

Jim Lauderdale
Reviewed by Beth Johnson | Feb 20, 1998
EW's GRADE
B

Details Lead Performance: Jim Lauderdale; Genre: Country

After several country-rock albums, Lauderdale (who's penned hits for George Strait and Patty Loveless) returns to his roots on this well-crafted Grand Ole Opry-and-pedal-steel homage. Heartache and two-timing reign, but the highlight is the joyous mountain gospel "I'll Lead You Home." Although full of good intentions, Whisper doesn't quite grab the heart, and groaners like "Your lips must have magnets" don't help. B

Originally posted Feb 20, 1998 Published in issue #419-420 Feb 20, 1998 Order article reprints

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