As a massive Sheryl Crow fan it is always a delight when she releases a new album every couple of years. 100 Miles From Memphis is Sheryl's 7th studio album released in 2010 and the follow up to her 2008 hit album 'Detours'. The album consists of 14 tracks and was as decribed by Sheryl has a motown feel due to her 'roots' from a small town which was 100 miles from Memphis, she also wanted to include some of her favourite 'soul' covers on the album. Track by Track: 'Our Love Is Fading' - The opening track of the album and a very pop-Motown feel. An instantly likeable song, something that you could sing along to despite the negative lyrics. A ...  Read the complete review

100 Miles From Memphis, Sheryl Crow, 2010 ----------------------- Background ----------------------- Sheryl Crow of course is the retro rock chick best known for hits like 'Every Day Is a Winding Road' and 'A Change Will Do You Good'. Crow has forged ahead in recent years with a very MOR sound that is reminiscent of 70's bands like Fleetwood Mac (who she was lined up at one point to join) and The Eagles. For her most recent album Crow has totally ditched the pop rock sound of C'Mon C'mon and The Globe Sessions for a much more rounded Memphis styled soul inspired album. A little risky then, but Crow was starting to get into a bit ...  Read the complete review