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We Are Wyoming

A couple of years ago we reviewed an intoxicating debut album (Blue Cotton Skin) by Petracovich, whose real name is Jessica Peters (the name was taken from her grandfather). The album was incredible, particularly considering the fact that it was self-released. Jessica and her musical partner Tad Wagner have returned with We Are Wyoming. Cut from the same fabric as Blue Cotton Skin, Wyoming is another soothing and incredible album that features Peters' remarkable voice. Although still virtually unknown, this young lady is easily one of the best vocalists of the twenty-first century. She has a voice that is so smooth and effective that it rivals well-known artists like Allison Kraus. The songs feature absorbing melodies that are bathed in intricately crafted arrangements. Every once in a while an unknown artist comes that totally blows us away. Petracovich started out on a high note...and just keeps getting better. This mind-blowing album features fourteen killer cuts including "Clair De Lune," "Telephone," "What If I Came To Get You?", "Paper Cup," "Dearly Departed," and "We Are Wyoming." Beautiful stuff. Highly recommended. (Scale 1- 6. Rating: 6++)