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Bible Belt
Model: 511012
SKU: 9305806
UPC: 807315110123
Track Listing: 1. Fire Escape, 2. Valentino, 3. Fools, 4. Nothing But a Miracle, 5. Rewind, 6. Rise Up, 7. Photograph, 8. Don't Wait Up, 9. Mirror Mirror, 10. Ariel, 11. Choo Choo, 12. Forgiveness, 13. Magic View
Average Customer Rating:
4.4
out of 5
(89 Reviews) 89
Rating Snapshot 89 reviews
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97% of customers would recommend this product to a friend
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Customer Reviews for Bible Belt
Review 1 for Bible Belt
Gorgeous music
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: skupe
on 11/28/2009
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
5.0
What's great about it: Sounds like a young Carly, Carole, or Bonnie
This girl is great. The lyrics are beautiful. You can sing with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Bible Belt
Great CD
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: portageelogic
from Reno, NV
on 11/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
5.0
What's great about it: Great Lyrics, Vocals, Music. Awesume CD
What's not so great: Nothing about this CD isn't great
This is a great CD. A sound between janis joplin and carol king; but better (please forgive my spelling). Her sound range is great and her lyrics hit close to home, which makes it a CD worth buying and a treat to listen to over and over again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Bible Belt
If you enjoy Carol King
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: tarotlady
from ma
on 06/29/2009
Value for Price
2.0
Music
3.0
Lyrics
2.0
Cover Art/Extras
2.0
What's great about it: the music is easy listening
What's not so great: lyrics are repetitive
I liked the beat in the beginning but soon noticed each song was very similar to the last. It was tiring. Diane Birch reminds me of Carol King and similar singers of the late sixties and early seventies
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 4 for Bible Belt
LOVED IT!
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: KTKATIE
from PITTSBURGH,PA
on 06/23/2009
Diane Birch mixes soul, jazz, gospel, and a touch of new in this album. I was not familiar with her work before, but I am now a fan.. Brings back the 60's, some Aretha, and a lot of fresh takes on old material.. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good listen...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Bible Belt
Diane Birch is a soothing songstress.
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: jewelsbyjamie
from Pensacola Florida
on 06/22/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
3.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
5.0
What's great about it: Beautiful Voice, and Lyrics
What's not so great: A little to 70's for me.
Diane Birch sounds like a cross between Norah Jones, Ella Fitzgerald and Stevie Nicks, and does it effortlessly. Blues isn't normally my genre of choice, but I was happy to receive this album to review. I really didn't know what to expect, as I'd never heard of Diane Birch before, but I was pleasantly surprised once I gave it a listen. The songs vary from uptempo and fun to slow and sensual. It's a nice range for every music lover out there. I do wish she sounded just a bit more current and thing the 70's sound is just a little too prominent, she definitely has one of the prettiest voices I've heard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Bible Belt
Great Soulful Sound
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Pamelaone2one
from Stafford, VA
on 06/22/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
3.0
Diane Birch has a great soulful sound that takes me back to Memphis, TN and the blues. I really enjoyed the wonderful piano. I what I liked most about this cd is that every song was unique and didn't sound like the other yet the cd flowed very well into each song. I can't to share this with my husband, because even though the singer is a female she has wide appeal and I think he will enjoy it! A great, relaxing cd that is dull or redundant!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Bible Belt
New Queen of Blue-Eyed Blues Singing?
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: tweetyj
from Birmingham, AL
on 06/22/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
4.0
What's great about it: Great music, strong and complex vocals
I am in love with this CD by an up and coming new artist, Diane Birch. When I first received this CD, I have to admit that I was skeptical. Diane Birch had received high praise from music critics, but I just had to hear it for myself. Boy, was I glad that I was wrong. For the first time in a long time, I was able to listen to a CD all the way through, no skipping around between the tracks. The whole CD has a nice, bluesy feel to it that I enjoy, and Diane's vocals can't be beat. Her vocals remind me a lot of Natalie Merchant. I particularly love tracks #3:Fools, #4:Nothing but a Miracle, and #12: Forgiveness. All in all, if you like music with a bluesy/rock feel to it, you can't go wrong with this CD.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Bible Belt
A Voice of Her Own
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: PhoenixJ
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
3.0
Diane Birch sings with a great deal of soul and passion. I can hear gospel, jazz and blues influences, but her style is all her own. She composes her own songs, sings lead and plays keyboards. She's accompanied by a great band, including saxophone and trombone, plus a rousing chorus of back-up singers on several songs.
Many of the songs are upbeat and high energy, but what I like most is that they don't all sound alike. Some artists are still finding their way when they release their first album, and their tunes aren't always distinctive and different from each other. Birch may be new to the recording scene, but she's clearly been honing her musical skills and sensibility for a while. Her voice is strong and confident.
My favourite cuts include Don't Wait Up, Ariel and Rise Up. I'm not always sure of the meaning of her lyrics, but I quickly find I'm singing along and feeling good. This woman has a lot of talent, and I'm looking forward to hearing more.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Bible Belt
Diane Birch CD great jazzy soulful music
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: lcorabrack
from the woodlands,TX
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
5.0
What's great about it: It great nice and jazzy
What's not so great: nothing
I love this cd it has a jazzy soulful feel. Nice and relaxing. My fav song is Mirror Mirror you gotta hear it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Bible Belt
Good driving music
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Shan8
from USA
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
4.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
3.0
What's great about it: Put me in a good mod without being "poppy"
What's not so great: I liked it more than my husband did.
I really enjoyed every song on this cd. My husband's favorites were Ariel and Forgiveness. I have listened to this cd several times and it would be the first one in my ipod on vacation or in my car for that long drive with the windows down.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Bible Belt
Unique
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: JanaC
from PA
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
4.0
Lyrics
3.0
Cover Art/Extras
4.0
What's great about it: Her voice
What's not so great: Some of the lyrics
I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I first listened to Diane Birch's debut album. Her unique, soulful voice instantly pulled me in. She is exceptionally easy to listen to and the songs she's composed suit her voice perfectly. I enjoyed almost every song.
The ones that I have since played over and over are “Valentino” and “Rewind”. They remind me of Carly Simon and other great female singers of the 60s and 70s. I can't say every song on the album will be on my playlist, but a couple of the them are going to be in rotation for quite a while.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Bible Belt
A Original
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Oaklandfan
from CO
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
4.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
4.0
What's great about it: Great Musical lyrics.
Diane Birch is a breath of fresh air. She is very soulful and charming. I get so tired of the over-produced, half naked, trendy music that is out there. She writes her own music,sings, and plays an instrument. What more could you ask for? She reminds me of Joni Mitchell a bit mixed with Nora Jones, and the like. Her worldly and life experiences definitely show through in all aspects of this album. I think there is a little something for everyone on this album. My favorite songs on the album would be Fire Escape and Fools. I hope to see more of this young lady!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Bible Belt
Great album from start to finish!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: schurl0
from Columbus, OH
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
4.0
I love to listen to fun, upbeat music while driving, but it is often difficult to find a CD that pleases my ears as well as my toddler's. But that's not the case with Diane Birch's album, Bible Belt. Her album is enjoyed by both of us! She has an amazing voice and clever lyrics. Her voice reminds me of Carole King and Natalie Maines. “Ariel” and “Rewind” are two of my favorite songs, but all of the songs are great! I received this CD through the One2One Network and I must say I am very impressed. I have recommended this album to many of my friends and family members and I look forward to hearing more songs from Diane Birch in the future!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Bible Belt
Great Sound
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Coggie
from Minnesota
on 06/21/2009
I love this CD. Diane sounds like a familiar voice from days gone by. I highly recommend this album!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Bible Belt
Excellent
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: obstinatus
from CA
on 06/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
4.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
4.0
What's great about it: the songs
Catchy tunes and loved first song. I was surprised that I really liked the songs.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Bible Belt
great bluesy listening
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: RCRC11
from NJ
on 06/20/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
4.0
Lyrics
4.0
Cover Art/Extras
3.0
I was very surprised that I liked this album as much as I did. The songs flow together well and alternate between more upbeat to mellow. Diane has a smooth, bluesy voice that's pleasant to listen to. There is a sadness in her tone though it doesn't make her songs depressing. My favorites were Valentino and Don't Wait Up.
If you like Nora Jones, Joss Stone, Carol King, and others like that, you will most likely appreciate Diane Birch.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Bible Belt
a ok cd
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: jetwoman29
from wichita kansas
on 06/20/2009
Value for Price
2.0
Music
2.0
Lyrics
2.0
Cover Art/Extras
3.0
What's great about it: that i got it for free
What's not so great: everything else
its just ok its not something i would pay money for it and its definetely not something i would want to listen too more than once its just not my type
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 18 for Bible Belt
Fantastic Debut
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: brezi
from Scottsdale, AZ
on 06/20/2009
What's great about it: Talented new singer
Although Diane Birch is only in her mid-20's, she sings with the heart of an old soul. This debut album showcases her mesmerizing voice, which has a blusy, timeless, raw, emotional, and soulful quality.
I love all the songs on this album, but my absolute favorites are:
#2 - "Valentino", which has a very strong, catchy, melody.
#4 - "Nothing but a Miracle," a not-so-typical
'relationship song' with a very mature sound.
'relationship song' with a very mature sound.
#6 - "Rise Up", which offers a tongue-in-cheek view of religion.
#12 - "Forgiveness," a blues-inspired song that showcases Diane's incredible voice.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Bible Belt
Unique Soound
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: DanaMA
on 06/20/2009
Value for Price
4.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
3.0
Cover Art/Extras
2.0
What's great about it: fresh sound,
What's not so great: some foul language
This album by Diane Birch carries such a unique sound. It's not a sound you hear often on the radio and is a breath of fresh air. Diane's voice reminds me of Norah Jones- with a twist. And the music steers clear of the typical piano/guitar sound we hear, including a wide variety of instruments. Between the music and her voice, this album provides a fresh listening experience.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Bible Belt
Excellent CD
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: yogurtsoup
from CA
on 06/20/2009
Value for Price
5.0
Music
5.0
Lyrics
5.0
Cover Art/Extras
5.0
What's great about it: The music and determination to succeed
Diane Birch has an amazing voice, artists like herself are hard to find, its awesome that she writes her own songs and even plays the some of the instruments in her CD, now that’s talent. Diane Birch should be acknowledged and rewarded for her talent.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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