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Lucinda Williams
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The Best Pop-Country of 2007Purists may turn up their noses at pop-country, but it produced more top-shelf music this past year than the stricter formal traditions on which it draws. [14 December 2007] The Best Singer-Songwriter Albums of 2007What unites these artists is an individual presence -- a voice -- that is powerful enough to carry an entire album without retreating to the cozy confines of a band. [13 December 2007] ReviewsLucinda WilliamsJudging by this concert, Williams seems to have emerged unscathed from the demons that used to torment her. She sang with an easygoing grace. The edginess that once made her concerts dangerous was no longer present. It was clear Williams was having a good time and enjoyed performing to an appreciative audience. [8 July 2008] Lucinda Williams - Austin City Limits TapingWhen Lucinda Williams declares "This is one of those times we [can] all get together regardless of politics" all possible complaints wither away. [15 October 2007] Lucinda WilliamsResident fan-rankler Vijith Assar takes a country legend to task for distracting orchestration and overbearing activism. In love with Lucinda? Check back Monday for a contrasting view. [12 October 2007] 
Lucinda Williams: WestIn her search for something "mature yet hip", Williams seems to have forgotten that there's nothing more mature, more hip, or indeed more totally happening than the magic that occurs when she plays country. Pedal steel guitar and all. [12 February 2007] 
Lucinda Williams: Live from Austin, TX [DVD]This 16-song set documents the period in Lucinda Williams' career when she was about to leave the mortal realm of underground hero and enter the pantheon of great American songwriters. [1 June 2005] 
Lucinda Williams: World Without TearsWorld without Tears, her seventh record and follow-up to 2001’s minimalist Essence, finds Williams working in a new environment. [8 July 2003]News
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