AIN T THROUGH HONKY TONKIN YET

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Bathed in full-throttle violin, tearful steel guitar, a touch of celestial harmonies, and anchored by her warm, expressive voice, Brennen Leigh's latest album is an emotionally charged revelation. Rooted in vintage country, Ain't Through Honky Tonkin' Yet is an unpretentious tribute steeped in beer and tears to a time when hard country tears flowed from AM transistor radios. "I'm in love with this idea of real Nashville," says Leigh. "The idyllic golden age, which for me is around 1967, 1968, because of the chemistry, the explosion that happened, with the best country music songwriters of all time, the best country music singers." The album's country roots run deep, featuring guests like Marty Stuart and Rodney Crowell and a lineup of top musicians, but each track soars unrestrained. With thoughtful, incisive lyrics and vibrant melodies at the forefront, Leigh has managed to create a modern gem while honoring the enduring golden age of country music.