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Canadian folkies the Wailin' Jennys aren't opposed to throwing down the occasional sea shanty or English drinking song. Multi-talented singer/songwriters Ruth Moody, Nicky Mehta, and Cara Luft -- the latter left the group soon after the album's release and was replaced by Annabelle Chvostek -- formed the group in 2002 after sharing the stage as soloists at an in-store in a local record shop, and their intoxicating blend of country, Celtic, and folk has cast a spell on not only the Great White North, but much of the U.S. as well. Like Gillian Welch or Alison Krauss, they can make new songs feel traditional ("Arlington") and old songs sound brand new ("The Parting Glass"). Their perfectly rendered harmonies swoop into choruses like a murder of crows, supplying involuntary goose bumps to even the most hardened skeptic. 40 Days is full of sparse arrangements and top-notch songwriting from all three members. Other highlights include a rousing version of the seafaring tale "Saucy Sailor" -- made famous by British folk-rock pioneers Steeleye Span -- Moody's beautiful title track, and Luft's rollicking (an obvious show opener) "Come All You Sailors." Fans of the Dixie Chicks, June Tabor, and even Heart will find much to love here. A most infectious first record, and highly recommended. ~ James Christopher Monger
Live Recording
The Wailin' Jennys: Cara Luft (vocals, guitar, dobro); Nicky Mehta (vocals, guitar, harmonica); Ruth Moody (vocals, guitar, accordion, keyboards, bodhran).
Dirty Linen (p.55) - "The Jennys' 40 DAYS is one of those occasions where the music grips you instantly....With pristine voices, exquisite harmonies, fine songwriting, and smart direction." 40 Days Music | List Price | $17.98 (You save $3.69) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Folk CDs, Country, Folk Music | | Label | Red House | | Orig Year | 2004 | | All Time Sales Rank |  14126  | | CD Universe Part number | 6751162 | | Catalog number | 177 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Aug 10, 2004 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | David Travers-Smith | | Personnel | Nicky Mehta - vocals, guitar, harmonica
Ruth Moody - vocals, guitar, accordion, keyboards, bodhran
Cara Luft - vocals, guitar, dobro
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Wailin Jennys 40 Days Songs 40 Days Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  Canada have them all!
This trio is some of the best groups I have ever heard, the sing like angels and the sound is extraordinary, a must for those who like "Americana", this and their other album is hard to beat.Have a listen to Neil Young's song "Old Man", this is amazing with Neil himself, but after heard these 3 girls, singing the very same song... take a listen for yourself, nor less than MARVELOUS!
Submitted by lelarsson (Gothenburg, Sweden, Europe)
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What is it about Canada providing such fertile ground for great female singer/songwriters? From the peerless Joni Mitchell to the irresistible Lynn Miles (a new album is coming soon!!), there's also been such wonderful work from Susie Ungerleider (Oh Susanna), the Be Good Tanyas, the recent cd from the Duhks and, of course, the Wailin' Jennys.
Ruth Moody, Nicky Mehta, and Cara Luft-three Canadian singer/songwriters--have produced the harmony album of the year. Each has a distinctive voice and song writing tone. But, their affinity for each other, vocally, is amazing. A brilliant and lovely opening song, "One Voice" sets the perfect mood. Mostly excellent originals, they also perform several covers: a great version of Neil Young's "Old Man" which called to mind the harmonies of Crosby, Stills and Nash and a lovely take on John Hiatt's romantic "Take it Down." A couple of traditional tunes, as well, including a beautiful closing "The Parting Glass." Don't miss this one.
Cara Luft has left the Jennys and been replaced with Annabelle Chvostek. Let's hope the miraculous sounds and songwriting continue. In the meantime, go to the websites of the Wailin' Jennys, Nicky Mehta and Ruth Moody. If you are as taken with them as I am, buy Ruth's MOODY, PENNER AND SWAIN (a celtic album of traditional tunes), Ruth's solo BLUE MUSE, Nicky's WEATHER VANE, and the Jennys' earlier EP. All of them are quite wonderful.
Submitted by David Steere (Annapolis, MD)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Heavenly sounds from up North
What is it about Canada providing such fertile ground for great female singer/songwriters? From the peerless Joni Mitchell to the irresistible Lynn Miles (a new album is coming soon!!), there's also been such wonderful work from Susie Ungerleider (Oh Susanna), the Be Good Tanyas, the recent cd from the Duhks and, of course, the Wailin' Jennys.
Ruth Moody, Nicky Mehta, and Cara Luft-three Canadian singer/songwriters--have produced the harmony album of the year. Each has a distinctive voice and song writing tone. But, their affinity for each other, vocally, is amazing. A brilliant and lovely opening song, "One Voice" sets the perfect mood. Mostly excellent originals, they also perform several covers: a great version of Neil Young's "Old Man" which called to mind the harmonies of Crosby, Stills and Nash and a lovely take on John Hiatt's romantic "Take it Down." A couple of traditional tunes, as well, including a beautiful closing "The Parting Glass." Don't miss this one.
Cara Luft has left the Jennys and been replaced with Annabelle Chvostek. Let's hope the miraculous sounds and songwriting continue. In the meantime, go to the websites of the Wailin' Jennys, Nicky Mehta and Ruth Moody. If you are as taken with them as I am, buy Ruth's MOODY, PENNER AND SWAIN (a celtic album of traditional tunes), Ruth's solo BLUE MUSE, Nicky's WEATHER VANE, and the Jennys' earlier EP. All of them are quite wonderful.
Submitted by David Steere (Annapolis, MD, USA)
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