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Court Yard Hounds’ Amelita is music to my ears

I participated in this campaign for One2One Network. I received a free copy of the CD to facilitate my review.  All opinions stated are my own.

When One2One Network sent out the invitation to review the latest CD from Court Yard Hounds, I jumped at the chance.  We've been fans of Emily and Martie's wonderful harmonizing and artistic playing  since the first Dixie Chicks single went mainstream. 
Personally, I am thrilled that all 3 ex- Dixie Chicks are still friends and still recording music! 



About Court Yard Hounds:


Courtesy: One2One Network
“After a few years away from the lime light and the Dixie Chicks, the two sisters (Emily Robison and Martie Maguire) were ready to get back into the studio with the creation of Court Yard Hounds, named after the novel within Game of Thrones creator David Benioff’s novel City of Thieves. The process proved exhilarating and fulfilling and was welcomed with much critical and fan praise, securing the girls a spot in the Top 10 of the Billboard Charts for their debut. To them a follow-up album was a clear next step, affirming the Court Yard Hounds as a band, not just a side project.
The Court Yard Hounds’ new album is a clear statement of who the girls are as artists, defining their sound as a band, with soaring songs that are personal, yet familiar and widely relatable.”


About Amelita:


Courtesy: One2One Network
Containing 11 new tracks, Robison and Maguire to a different approach with Amelita than their debut album in 2010. This album contains a new perspective, which is due in part to time passed since Robison's divorce. “I’ve been freed of all of those time-heals-everything kind of things,” says Robison. “Now, I’ve opened up to other ideas and ways of looking at life and the world. I think it’s not only a more hopeful album, but it’s more… well fun.



My Review:

I was so excited to see Amelita in my mailbox! I really liked the style of the CD jacket. I think it tells you a lot about the artists and the songs you are about to listen to. This jacket said “feminine” and “serious” to me. The songs proved me right.

I listened to this CD first with my youngest daughter, who is a big Dixie Chicks fan borrowing my CD’s all the time. So I watched for her reaction before sharing my own. With the very first song, Sunshine I could tell she liked what she heard, as did I.  At the end, we smiled and said “I like it” at the exact same time. Court Yard Hounds was off to a good start.

The title track Amelita is a catchy song and I found myself humming the next day. Some of the tracks weren’t my particular style (Rock All Night) for one. Still, I found the CD has a good, natural flow to it, very easy to listen too.
Emily has a strong, pure way of singing that is only enhanced by Martie’s harmony. And I must applaud Martie for taking the lead on A Guy Like You and Gets you down! You shined!

I thoroughly enjoyed Amelita as did both my daughters. My youngest even asked to borrow it for her sleepover Saturday night, so watch out Emily and Martie ~ you are making some tween fans!

 I do recommend this CD for anybody who likes good harmonizing on songs with a country-pop vibe.

You can learn more about The Court Yard Hounds by liking the on Facebook  You can also purchase their CD on Amazon. (Note: this is not my affiliate link).


I hope you found this review helpful. So, tell me, what’s your favorite harmonizing duo?


Disclosure: 

I participated in this campaign for One2One Network. I received a free copy of the CD to facilitate my review. All opinions stated are my own.

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24 comments

  1. DinaAugust 19, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    looks like a great cd! Thanks for the review.

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  2. Alison ShafferAugust 19, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    I liked the CD also, great tunes and fun for the car or around the house. Great Review!

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  3. Linda A KinsmanAugust 19, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Hi Dina,

    You are welcome. I hope get a chance to check out Amelita!

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  4. Malia @ O2OAugust 19, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Thanks for the review, Linda! So glad you like the album!

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  5. Linda A KinsmanAugust 19, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Hi Alison,

    Thank you! Your support means a lot. I'll be listening to this CD in the car too, that is once I get it back from my daughter.

    Have a great day!

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  6. ~The Bargain Babe from *Zucchini Summer Blog*August 20, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    I didn't know it was Dixie Chicks! I love them! I will have to look for the new stuff. :)

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  7. Missy HomemakerAugust 20, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    Thank you for your honest review. I had no idea that the two sisters were even still singing, let alone together on a new CD.

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  8. Katy @ Experienced Bad MomAugust 20, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    I do like Lady Antebellum, even though I'm not sure they qualify as a harmonizing duo!

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  9. TessAugust 20, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    I remember them! Nice to see them back again!

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  10. Tammy DoielAugust 20, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    My sister loves the dixie chicks--she would pobably really like this!

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  11. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Hi Malia,

    You are welcome. Thank you for showing your support! One2One rocks because of ladies like you!

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  12. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Hi Tammy,

    I think a lot of people don't realize that they (Emily and Martie) are ex-Dixie Chicks. Glad this review helped you find them.

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  13. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    Katy,

    I'll take it! :) Lady Antebellum is in such heavy rotation on all radio stations around here, I've grown to really like them as well.

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  14. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    Hi Tammy,

    I bet your sister would love this CD. You'll have to tell her about it.

    Thanks for stopping by!

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  15. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Hi Missy,

    You are welcome. Emily and Martie have been flying a bit under the radar for sure. I hope this CD will put the spot light on them.

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  16. Linda A KinsmanAugust 20, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    Hi Tess,

    Isn't it? I'm so happy for them. I hope this CD climbs up the charts for Court Yard Hounds!

    Thanks for stopping by.

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  17. TerraAugust 20, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    The CD sounds great. I'll have to check it out!

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  18. Colleen @ Mommie DazeAugust 21, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    I was big Dixie Chicks fan! I have to check it out.

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  19. Linda A KinsmanAugust 21, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Colleen,

    Great! I think you'll like the Court Yard Hound's style.

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  20. Linda A KinsmanAugust 21, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Hi Terra,

    I'm glad you liked the review! If you get to check out the C.Y.H. Cd, please stop back by and share your thoughts.

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  21. UnknownAugust 22, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    I had no idea they three of the Dixie Chicks were together as another group! Reading your review, this sounds like it is a great CD!

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  22. Erin SAugust 22, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    I have heard great things about this album..finally going to check out some songs!

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  23. Linda A KinsmanAugust 22, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    Hi Alaina,

    You are not alone in not realizing that the sisters had formed their own group. I think you'll like this CD because Emily and Martie sound so good together.

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  24. Linda A KinsmanAugust 22, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Hi Erinn,

    Great! I love hearing that there's good buzz out there for this CD. They deserve it.

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I'd love to hear from you!

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