country-pop-leaning, "Crazy Faith" and Appalachian-Modern darling Gillian Welch's melancholic title track. Krauss and Co. show a deep respect for tradition in such tunes as "Hayride" and the toe-tapping "Bright New South," but it's the seamless incorporation of pop savvy (as on country ballads like "Stars") that has proven to be Union Station's calling card. Cynics may begrudge their success, but there's no disputing the fact that Alison Krauss and Union Station have earned their many kudos the old-fashioned way -- with balanced, well-performed and undeniably pleasing music.

MARIE ELSIE ST LEGER
(August 13, 2001)