| "James O'Malley is a sophisticated singer/songwriter whose
verbal skills, detached but enchanting delivery, stirring wit and
storytelling skills ranked him among the best of his genre. The
sound of this CD is of softly sculpted silvery guitar sounds with
engaging airy vocals. O'Malley's philosophical, quiet, but confident
approach could open the door for a new generation of
singer-songwriters, just as Norah Jones open the door of soft
jazz sounds to a pop audience. When I first discovered this
album earlier this year, it was during a particularly tumultuous
(yet poignant and memorable) period in my life, and every time I
pull out this CD the songs just hit me right in the gut and flood
me with memories. Whatever mood you happen to be in, at least
one of "I'm Ready" tracks has you covered. From sweet to
bittersweet James O'Malley will break your heart or make you
smile from ear to ear and everything in between. What a joyous
discovery this CD is. I truly hope that he continues to write and
give us all more wonderful, unique, and intriguing bits of music
for many, many years to come." -- Review by Earnest Woodall |
