Driftwood Fire – How to Untangle a Heartache [LP]
by Jeanie Straub
How to Untangle a Heartache is an 11-track Americana CD that was two years in the making, and it has a certain understated perfection as a result. Driftwood Fire, the songwriting duo of Lynn Scharf (vocals, guitar) and Charlotte Formichella (banjo, guitar, and cello) won first place at the 2011 Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at Merlefest and an honorable mention at the 2011 Telluride Troubadour Competition. The CD also features some notable guests such as Grammy winner Sally Van Meter (dobro) and Nick Forester’s E-Town percussionist, Christian Teele; it was produced by John McVey (National Academy of Songwriters, Artist of the Year). What stands out here is not only the heartfelt songwriting and skilled instrumentation, but also Scharf’s vocals, which are reminiscent of a cross between Joanie Mitchell and Bonnie Raitt. The tracks have a depth to them that belie their simplicity and clean style. The duo is embarking on aUS tour this fall after having performed throughoutColorado this summer.
Category: A-Sides
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