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Jamie O'Neal - Shiver
Shiver is Jamie O'Neal's debut album. It may be our first listen to her as an artist, but it's not the first as a songwriter. O'Neal has written songs that were recorded by LeAnn Rimes, Chely Wright, and Tammy Cochran. She's also recorded background vocals on records by Mindy McCready, Clay Davidson, Jason Sellers, Chely Wright, Ronnie Milsap, Sonya Issacs and others.
Jamie's first two songs went to No. 1. Quite a feat. The album is an eclectic mix of songs. Some are power ballads, some are bluesy, some are even somewhat gospel-like, but Jamie does each style well, and the album definitely works.
Jamie's voice reminds me of a young Faith Hill. She has a breathy quality to her voice, but it's also powerful, like Martina McBride. She's a pleasure to listen to. If you enjoy music by either of the latter two artists, you will also enjoy Jamie's album.
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