For those of you looking for "Real" country singers and "real" country songs...this lady has an album full! Not a bad song on this CD. They sounded so traditional (old country), that I couldn't believe she had written more than a few of them. I long for the local stations to play Ms. Moorer's stuff. How sad for "country" radio to ignore this songbird. Hopefully, these reviews will bring her to the forefront. I want to listen to this CD all the time. If I could only buy two CD's, I'd buy this one and Andy Griggs. There is hope for country music in these two singers. I can only hope that country radio catches on...

I buy a lot of country records, and this one is one of the best I heard in the last years. The sound/production is beatiful, and it doesn't sound like a typical 90's country record. Her low, beatiful voice is perfect for her songs/ballads. There should be more of Allison Moorer in Nashville, and less of Shania Twain and LeeAnn Rimes. This is music for grown-ups who want more than just a silly country-pop song - HERLOF

Allison Moorer made her impact on the country music world in 1998. Her fiery red hair almost Reba like, but her style is all her own. ALABAMA SONG was her debut album for MCA Nashville, and showed a great deal of promise. The song "A Soft Place To Fall" appeared in the movie THE HORSE WHISPERER, which soon got people interested in her. Her debut album is nothing short of amazing, with heartfelt songs about various aspects of life. The title track is one of my favorites, very errie like production but a beautiful song nonetheless. The album opens with "Pardon Me" which has nice production as well, the song is about someone not understanding why someone is leaving. "The One That Got Away (Got Away With My Heart)" is pure honky tonk country. The closing "Is Heaven Good Enough For You" is a high note to end the album on. Other highlights on here include "Long Black Train", "Tell Me Baby" and "Set You Free". Overall I am pleased with this album mainly because she is not afraid to be country, when the rest of country music is obsessed with crossing over to pop, and she shows true talent.

I picked up this album a few years ago and haven't put it down. Allison's ability to write such soulful songs is just amazing. And I'm constantly wowed by her awesome voice. Those who love real country music will cherish this album. Those who don't typically listen to country music will appreciate the music just the same. Allison is one of the overlooked stars of Nashville today, I'm sure soon she'll get the recognition she deserves.

At the outset,I must point out that I listened to this CD at the same time as I listened to, I Am Shelby Lynne,by Shelby Lynne,but waited until Ms Moorer's second outing was available to compare before I reviewed this gem,of evolving traditional country.The former was a standout of this year,and Alabama Song stands with it as what is excellent and interesting in modern female counrty music. The new CD,The Hardest Part,is for a future review,but this offering is enough to wet even the driest and jaded palate.Allison Moorer has benefitted greatly from the exposure given to her as a result of the HorseWhisperer soundtrack,and her Oscar appearence,but I personally think this CD offers more than A Soft Place To Fall as its highlight.There is not one bad track on this recording,and my wait to review has only strengthened myappreciation of Ms Moorer's talent.From the opening track,Pardon Me,you are caressed and hynotized by that sweet southern drawl and I defy anyone to find a current artist that can deliver traditional country and ballard material with such a standout fresh and modern approach.

Ms Moorer has talent to burn,and doesnt sound like *all the rest*being pumped out of Nashville..yet!!!Lets hope she never loses this innovative originality.I personally recommend the title track,if it doesnt hook you in...listen to Mindy McCready and play it safe.Not since Jo Dee Messina have I been impressed with a traditional country female voice.

The mood of this CD ebbs and flows but the vocals ,production and songwriting are all constant and excellent.Listen to Set You Free and enjoy the bittersweet nature of good bye,and just enjoy for the pure listening delights,Long Black Train and The One That Got Away.

I have slowly been won over to modern country,and CDs like this one are responsible. Ms Moorer is carrying on the tradition of Emmy Lou Harris which is pleasing to me in the extreme. My recommendation is 4-5 stars,and a promise that this will grow on you and never stop being played.I would recommend you expend the money for this one,definately.She plays she sings she writes and inputs into production,on this one..a great first outing.As a post script,listen to Ms Moorer's rendition of Here Comes The Sun,the Beatles never sounded so good..well afterall redheads have all the talent,dont they all yall!!!!