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Album Review

Familial vocal trio Walela's self-titled debut album is also their finest to date, an amalgamation of Native American roots music (specifically Cherokee), singer/songwriter folk, pop, and Southern gospel that's also not unappealing to new age sensibilities. Although the music is deeply rooted in tradition, its hybrid uniqueness gives it a contemporary, even forward-looking feel. The angelic three-part harmonies of Rita Coolidge, sister Priscilla, and niece Laura Satterfield breathe exquisite life into these songs, which are already strong to begin with; the results constitute one of the best issues of contemporary Native American music in some time.

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Wonderful Arrangements

Both Amazing Grace and the Cherokee Morning Songs are emotionally moving and quite beautiful. Everybody is familiar with the song Amazing Grace, but this composition presents a new twist by to an old favorite that is compelling and wonderful. The Cherokee Morning Song is simpler than Amazing Grace, and yet retains a soulful, simple quality that is perfect for appreciating the new day.

INCREDIBLE!!!

This is the one - oh my - I can't believe how heartfelt this CD is. Rita, Pricilla & OffSpring are true to thweir heritage. Spiritual & beyond. Reviews are for critics, right? Why is this classic only rteviewed by 3 people @ this point & time? Hmm I guess the native American genre is overlooked in our land of freedom. I'll step off my righteous soap box @ this time. instead of a lecture - I'll suggest - this is a classic well worth your attention... unless - of course - you are only interested in cow bell music... & that's your right. I've loved this sacred collection of songs since it's release. If you are just catching a glimpse - You'll be amazed. WOW! & BTW - No Mahalos needed. It's just that kind of deal. Enjoy.

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Amazing Grace is the one of the best arrangments I have heard

Biography

Genre: World

Years Active: '90s, '00s

Pop singer/songwriter Rita Coolidge began her career all the way back in the early '70s, but during the '90s, she returned to her Native American roots in the eclectic vocal trio Walela, which also featured her sister and longtime collaborator Priscilla Coolidge and Priscilla's daughter Laura Satterfield. Walela's music drew not only on the trio's Cherokee heritage, but also on the gospel sounds of the Deep South (the Coolidges' father was a Baptist minister), plus pop, country, folk, soul, and a...
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