RONNIE BOWMAN
Starting Over (Sugar Hill)
Reviewed by Shaun Dale

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Starting Over is an apt title for Ronnie Bowman's third solo album, since this is the one that truly represents a new start. This is his first recorded outing since leaving his job as the lead singer for the widely popular Lonesome River Band, and there have been changes in his personal as well as professional life that are reflected in the choice of material and the heartfelt quality of the delivery.

If Bowman is in fact starting over, he's doing so with his best foot forward. He's in possession of one of the finest male voices in country music today, and he's got the potential to carve out a niche as the male counterpoint to Alison Krauss in the red-hot bluegrass crossover market. That point is driven home by the presence of Union Station members Dan Tyminski (who, like Bowman, is also a Lonesome River alum), Barry Bales and Jerry Douglas.

Bowman has gathered up songs from a variety of sources, and every one was a great pick. This is an album worth listening to over and over, for the great songs, the terrific supporting performances, but most of all for the terrific voice and style of Ronnie Bowman.

Track List:

What She Didn't Say * Starting Over * Time Is On My Side * Rise Above * Lonely Quit Knockin' On My Door * One Life * Rye Whiskey * Stone Cold Blue * Selfish Ways * I'll Be Dogged * Go Home * Bring It On Baby

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