State of Grace: Pierce Pettis: Amazon.ca: Music

1. Rise From The Ruins

2. State Of Grace

3. Long Way Back Home

4. Georgia Moon

5. A Mountaineer Is Always Free

6. Moontown

7. We Will Meet Again

8. Nothing But The Truth

9. Crying Ground

10. All In Good Time

11. Little River Canyon

12. Down In The Flood

13. I've Got A Hope

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Neo-folkie Pierce Pettis can always be counted on for poetic songs of beauty and passion that arrive at a listener's head and heart at precisely the same time. On State of Grace his low-key compositions, delivered with an easy gait, illuminate the many facets of the Southern experience. All of his references to genteel manners and verandas and Confederate statues might seem like glossy picture post cards, except that Pettis, an Alabaman, also finds the unique truths of a geographic region that's lost much of its identity with the Wal-Mart homogenization of America. Most of his songs, whether steeped in the folk tradition or flirting with blues or rock, carry an undertow of spirituality that promises something more than man's troubles on this earth, and in these endeavors, especially "I've Got a Hope," Pettis manages to bypass cloying sentiment in conjuring something real. As the singer-songwriter puts it, this is an album "peppered with hope." Well said, and well done, too. And yes, with grace. --Alanna Nash

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4.0 out of 5 stars Why not the fame he deserves!, Dec 9 2001

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tom lewis (osceola, in United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: State of Grace (Audio CD)

I fortunately found Pierce on a Windham Hill sampler years ago.
Also was fortunate to purchase all of his recordings with the now defunct Windham. I am convinced no other artist has the desire and compassion and natural talent for music. Now we can't buy these songs.

I recently saw a solo concert in Indiana and it confirmed this belief. His wife Michele and Pierce travel to small venues ( 100 people ) in their minvan with their dogs and instuments. At a $10 admission charge I am amazed at this compassion--it shows in his songs. He even let me play his guitars!

Though I'm sorry about a 4( there isn't a half star ) rating--it's because I'm comparing it to the beautiful Making Light of It and Chase the Buffalo-Thanks Pierce and Michele-if you ever go to Lvd's Farm in Middlebury, IN- again--I'll be in the first row--Tom Lewis--

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5.0 out of 5 stars More Great Music From Pierce Pettis, Oct 26 2001

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P. Safford (Kent, Ohio USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: State of Grace (Audio CD)

This is great stuff. Some of Pierce's songs grab you right away. Even better, many of them slowly grow on you. My only qualifier is don't let the quality of this CD stop you from getting his 2 previous efforts. He has it all: great voice, outstanding guitar skills, great melodies and wonderful lyrics. His music will move you and amuse you. I saw him do most of these songs live recently, and he blew everyone away. If you're new to Pierce, you're in for a treat.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another MUST-HAVE CD for your collection !, Oct 13 2001

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Stuart Weaver "noneyet" (Saint Augustine, Florida USA) - See all my reviews
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Pierce Pettis has never disappointed me, and he isn't about to start now. This album tends to be more roots-orieted than some of his earlier work. With some artists that would be bad news, but not for Pierce. From the amazingly crafted title track to the unbridled joy of "A Mountaineer Is Always Free" you will be amazed by the subtle production, the deft writing and the skillful guitar work. If you have the chance to see Pierce live, DO IT! What he is able to create musically on stage will astound you. Let's hope there will be a live album someday soon.
One last note on this album: "Little River Canyon" may just be the best song I'll play on my radio show this year. GET THIS ALBUM NOW! Even better: give this as a present to every friend or family member who appreciates true music. Trust me, they'll be grateful and you'll look like a genius to them!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Dispensation of Grace
First of all I'd like to apologize for giving this CD 5 stars, but that's all they'll let you give. "State of Grace" by Pierce Pettis is one of the most well-crafted,... Read more

Published on July 28 2001 by David Richardson

5.0 out of 5 stars SOUTHERN ROOTS EXPOSED
I HAVE EAGERLY AWAITED THE RELEASE OF THIS CD AFTER SEEING PIERCE PERFORM THESE SONGS LIVE OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS.I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED. Read more

Published on July 14 2001 by Sheila Calabrese