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Light From A Distant Shore

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Hollie Smith has a remarkable voice that is filled with depth, passion and power. Previously, I'd never heard of this artist, but I purchased the CD anyway. I'm certainly not disappointed. The music is great and the vocals are even better. May you enjoy it as much as I have.

I bought this CD as a gift then had to buy a copy for myself! I am amazed at the maturity of her vocals. Not only does she soothe and relax me, but she inspires. "A Lover's Tale" is beautiful and makes me cry, and "Fields of Athenry" and "The World I Know" are worldly and beautiful. A++++ for Hollie Smith!

I first heard this album when Steve McDonald was touring in Ohio. If you enjoy Steve McDonald you will love this album. Every song is beautifully done and Amazing Grace is GREAT SURPRISE. Looking forward to future releases of these talanted artists.

I've loved Steve McDonald's works for years, but Hollie adds a whole new dimension to them with her haunting voice...listen to Amazing Grace just once...you'll never forget it! Fields of Athenby is also poignant. When listening to this album you forget that the voice is that of a teenager...her voice and talent is ageless.

I was in a Craft Shop while vacationing in Bermuda when I first heard this music playing in the background. I loved it instantly. When I came home I immediatly went to Amazon to purchase. That was two years ago and I am waiting for Hollie's next CD. Please Hollie, bless us with another CD.

There aren't many albums where one can say that each song is lovely, haunting and fulfilling. I am gifting this one every chance I get! Hollie Smith's voice is incredibly mature and expressive. She is on her way.....

Hollie Smith truly sings like an angel. What a wonderful voice this young lady has. When mixed with Steve McDonald, the sound is totally awesome! Gave me chill bumps!

A friend of mine gave this CD to me for Christmas and I was so impressed with all of the melodies. It takes your audio emotions and stretches them from one end of the spectrum to the other. The bag-pipes lifted my soul to point that it brought me to tears. The title song is so poignant I couldn't help think of the many soldiers in Iraq and wish for their quick return home.

From the opening note of Hollis Smith's first CD, you know it is something to be returned to time and again. Her smooth, ethreal vocals combined with Steve McDonald's gentle, yet powerful lyrics and music provide the listener with a journey of their souls, hearts, and minds. I find this new artist to be a treasure to celtic music ... listen closely to what she has to tell you ... you will find yourself embraced by the celtic spirit.

There aren't many albums where one can say that each song is lovely, haunting and fulfilling. I am gifting this one every chance I get! Hollie Smith's voice is incredibly mature and expressive. She is on her way.....