Mindy Smith is one of those artists kind of like Nickel Creek that are on the edge of country. The fact is she’s not country enough for country and she’s too country for indie rock. However she has found a happy medium and creates some excellent music. She first got noticed for her excellent cover of the Dolly Parton classic “Jolene.” That song appeared as a bonus track on her debut One Moment More which also included her first real single “Come To Jesus.” That song has a bit of a Southern Gospel feel in some parts, but it’s an excellent tune with meaningful lyrics. Even though she seems to have a little country in her blood, she’s actually from Long Island, NY, hence the title of her sophomore record Long IslandShores. The first single is the excellent “Out Loud” which showcases her subtle but strong voice. Also included on the record is the title track which is song about returning to Long Island for a family reunion. Another song of note is “Tennessee,” a soft ode to the state she now calls home. Today’s song is one of my favorites on the album. I love the lead guitar in this song as well as the melody in the chorus. Don’t be scared away if you see Mindy Smith’s albums in the country section of your local record store. I would consider her more along the lines of Americana and folk singer/songwriter. There’s something here for everyone and you should definitely be listening.
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Mindy Smith is one of those artists kind of like Nickel Creek that are on the edge of country. The fact is she’s not country enough for country and she’s too country for indie rock. However she has found a happy medium and creates some excellent music. She first got noticed for her excellent cover of the Dolly Parton classic “Jolene.” That song appeared as a bonus track on her debut One Moment More which also included her first real single “Come To Jesus.” That song has a bit of a Southern Gospel feel in some parts, but it’s an excellent tune with meaningful lyrics. Even though she seems to have a little country in her blood, she’s actually from 
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