ARTICLE FROM PLATO NIEUWSBRIEF - Netherlands - January 2006
MARISA YEAMAN - Pure Motive (Deep Pearl Records)

"Our Discoveries"
Sensational Artist from the Southern Hemisphere

When the first notes of 'Pure Motive' come from the speakers it sends me back to 1989. This independent debut album of Australian Artist Marisa Yeaman makes me think a lot of 'Southside' the debut of the Scottish band 'Texas'. Marisa's voice reminds quite a lot of Texas-singer Sharlene Spiteri and also the guitar work resembles that of early Texas. That is no unpleasant association, as 'Pure Motive' is also a great album. An album with nicely melodic yet strong songs, with pop accessiblity, whilst firmly maintaining a considerable amount of roots sound (especially folk and blues). Songs that captivate immediately, yet hold their appeal. 'Pure Motive' is a CD which in fact grows with more listening. A powerful voice, and completely tasteful acoustic orchestration (with special mention for the guitar work and contributions of the pedal steel and the dobro) and songs that do not bore, being the strongest weapons of a CD which deserves every chance in The Netherlands. A chance we intend to give Marisa Yeaman. CD now in stock.
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