Press Comments
Turn This Heart Around
"Sung passionately with a power reminiscent of Union Station, Werner’s music takes the listener on an enjoyable journey that ranges from fast-paced bluegrass to emotive country ballads, with meticulously blended harmonies. And, by the way, Werner can really sing. Her pristine vocals are polished, tender, and emotive. Whether you like your bluegrass fast, slow, or someplace in-between, Werner’s CD is likely to turn your heart around in short order and make you a fan." Stephen Ides, Bluegrass Unlimited
I first heard of Missy Werner when I signed up to present my radio show (Lonesome Highway: www.worldwidebluegrass.com) a few years back and have been a big fan of hers ever since. Turn This Heart Around is the third Missy album in my collection and it’s fully loaded and chock full of bluegrass beauties." Ronnie Norton, Lonesome Highway
"Her voice has that clear-as-a-bell quality you get from an Alison Krauss or Rhonda Vincent. Turn This Heart Around covers a lot of bluegrass territory, so there’s bound to be something that catches your fancy." Shawn Underwood, Twangville
"Missy Werner is a bright light of Northern Kentucky whose music is kind on the ears and the soul." The Bluegrass Situation
“Turn This Heart Around” is another winner and should appeal to anyone who loves traditional bluegrass music." Pittsburgh In Tune
"Omnivorous Roots music fans will find the entire album a treat, as Werner and Co. touch on Country, contemporary Folk Pop and other Americana forms. Werner’s previous two albums, particularly 2011’s Three Kinds of Lonesome, earned some nice praise from the Bluegrass world, but the accomplished Turn This Heart Around feels like a career-changer, the kind of recording that should put the singer/mandolinist and her band in an even bigger spotlight." Mike Breen, City Beat Magazine
"When it comes to songs of real life you're going to find them on the new project, “Turn This Heart Around” by Missy Werner. Her voice radiates smoothness and it's such a pleasure to hear the sweet sounds of bluegrass from this wonderful band. Before you know it, you'll find yourself singing along!" Annette Grady, The Bluegrass Jamboree
"Missy Werner might not be as well-known as fellow bluegrass vocal powerhouses Rhonda Vincent or Dale Ann Bradley, but anyone who’s picked up her solo debut, Drifting and Dreaming, or Three Kinds of Lonesome, a 2011 release she put out with her band, knows she’s something special. The Cincinnati-based bluegrasser’s new album, Turn This Heart Around is a dandy." Juli Thanki, Engine 145
THREE KINDS OF LONESOME
“…The power and emotion have strengthened and gone is the searching. In its place is confidence and determination, focusing better the listener on the problem, the story, and the emotion….Some will miss the star power, but my own thinking is that sound is now more realistic, more intimate, and more appropriate. These are not songs demanding hot solos, but rather songs that cry for good ensemble work, which is what the band provides….a strong follow-up to her debut.”
-Bill Wagner, Bluegrass Unlimited
“…Should make some big waves in the bluegrass arena.”
-Hal Cottrell, Bluegrass Music Profiles
“The warm and vibrant performances make even new songs instant favourites….Three Kinds of Lonesome is a bluegrass album that couldn’t have been produced twenty years ago; its balance of contemporary sounds within a fairly traditional band setting is most impressive.”
-Donald Teplyske, Lonesome Road Review
“A stellar bluegrass album…full of vigor, sincerity and clarity.”
-Joe Ross, Roots Music Report
“If you haven’t heard of her, you will…Three Kinds of Lonesome is a very good album that will help win Missy Werner a broader following outside of Ohio and Kentucky.”
-David Morris, Bluegrass Today
” ‘Three Kinds Of Lonesome’ is the second release by the Missy Werner Band. This great project really showcases the band’s awesome vocals and instrumentational skills and it is one of my top pick CD’s for this year!”
-Charlie Hall, WCYO
“Missy continues to amaze me with her great pure singing style. She does not copy anyone and surrounds herself with the best musicians you could ask for. It enhances her prowess as a super singer and entertainer. I can see a bright future in Missy as she already has two killer projects ( her latest “Three Kinds of Lonesome”) to her credit.”
-Les Sears, WorldWideBluegrass.com
DRIFTING AND DREAMING
”Good job!”
-Grace Muldoon, WorldWideBluegrass.com
“Very nice vocal work on this fine tune, and a great performance all around.”
-Joe Steiner, WLFC
“This is my pick of Prime Cuts Volume 100. Lovely voice, pure and clear, perfect for bluegrass! All-star line-up of musicians, too. Once again we hear Randy Kohrs and one of my 3 favorite male vocalists, Dwight McCall. This is a project I want for airplay.”
-Joe Wills, WBZC
” ‘Drifting and Dreaming’ is an excellent debut recording. Missy Werner’s vocals are filled with honesty and sincerity. The harmony work is pleasing and her musical support is outstanding. Top notch guests include Ron Stewart, Alan Bibey, Randy Kohrs, Tim Stafford, Rickey Wasson, Dwight McCall and others.”
-Bob Mitchell, Radio Bluegrass International & WKWC-FM
"Sung passionately with a power reminiscent of Union Station, Werner’s music takes the listener on an enjoyable journey that ranges from fast-paced bluegrass to emotive country ballads, with meticulously blended harmonies. And, by the way, Werner can really sing. Her pristine vocals are polished, tender, and emotive. Whether you like your bluegrass fast, slow, or someplace in-between, Werner’s CD is likely to turn your heart around in short order and make you a fan." Stephen Ides, Bluegrass Unlimited
I first heard of Missy Werner when I signed up to present my radio show (Lonesome Highway: www.worldwidebluegrass.com) a few years back and have been a big fan of hers ever since. Turn This Heart Around is the third Missy album in my collection and it’s fully loaded and chock full of bluegrass beauties." Ronnie Norton, Lonesome Highway
"Her voice has that clear-as-a-bell quality you get from an Alison Krauss or Rhonda Vincent. Turn This Heart Around covers a lot of bluegrass territory, so there’s bound to be something that catches your fancy." Shawn Underwood, Twangville
"Missy Werner is a bright light of Northern Kentucky whose music is kind on the ears and the soul." The Bluegrass Situation
“Turn This Heart Around” is another winner and should appeal to anyone who loves traditional bluegrass music." Pittsburgh In Tune
"Omnivorous Roots music fans will find the entire album a treat, as Werner and Co. touch on Country, contemporary Folk Pop and other Americana forms. Werner’s previous two albums, particularly 2011’s Three Kinds of Lonesome, earned some nice praise from the Bluegrass world, but the accomplished Turn This Heart Around feels like a career-changer, the kind of recording that should put the singer/mandolinist and her band in an even bigger spotlight." Mike Breen, City Beat Magazine
"When it comes to songs of real life you're going to find them on the new project, “Turn This Heart Around” by Missy Werner. Her voice radiates smoothness and it's such a pleasure to hear the sweet sounds of bluegrass from this wonderful band. Before you know it, you'll find yourself singing along!" Annette Grady, The Bluegrass Jamboree
"Missy Werner might not be as well-known as fellow bluegrass vocal powerhouses Rhonda Vincent or Dale Ann Bradley, but anyone who’s picked up her solo debut, Drifting and Dreaming, or Three Kinds of Lonesome, a 2011 release she put out with her band, knows she’s something special. The Cincinnati-based bluegrasser’s new album, Turn This Heart Around is a dandy." Juli Thanki, Engine 145
THREE KINDS OF LONESOME
“…The power and emotion have strengthened and gone is the searching. In its place is confidence and determination, focusing better the listener on the problem, the story, and the emotion….Some will miss the star power, but my own thinking is that sound is now more realistic, more intimate, and more appropriate. These are not songs demanding hot solos, but rather songs that cry for good ensemble work, which is what the band provides….a strong follow-up to her debut.”
-Bill Wagner, Bluegrass Unlimited
“…Should make some big waves in the bluegrass arena.”
-Hal Cottrell, Bluegrass Music Profiles
“The warm and vibrant performances make even new songs instant favourites….Three Kinds of Lonesome is a bluegrass album that couldn’t have been produced twenty years ago; its balance of contemporary sounds within a fairly traditional band setting is most impressive.”
-Donald Teplyske, Lonesome Road Review
“A stellar bluegrass album…full of vigor, sincerity and clarity.”
-Joe Ross, Roots Music Report
“If you haven’t heard of her, you will…Three Kinds of Lonesome is a very good album that will help win Missy Werner a broader following outside of Ohio and Kentucky.”
-David Morris, Bluegrass Today
” ‘Three Kinds Of Lonesome’ is the second release by the Missy Werner Band. This great project really showcases the band’s awesome vocals and instrumentational skills and it is one of my top pick CD’s for this year!”
-Charlie Hall, WCYO
“Missy continues to amaze me with her great pure singing style. She does not copy anyone and surrounds herself with the best musicians you could ask for. It enhances her prowess as a super singer and entertainer. I can see a bright future in Missy as she already has two killer projects ( her latest “Three Kinds of Lonesome”) to her credit.”
-Les Sears, WorldWideBluegrass.com
DRIFTING AND DREAMING
”Good job!”
-Grace Muldoon, WorldWideBluegrass.com
“Very nice vocal work on this fine tune, and a great performance all around.”
-Joe Steiner, WLFC
“This is my pick of Prime Cuts Volume 100. Lovely voice, pure and clear, perfect for bluegrass! All-star line-up of musicians, too. Once again we hear Randy Kohrs and one of my 3 favorite male vocalists, Dwight McCall. This is a project I want for airplay.”
-Joe Wills, WBZC
” ‘Drifting and Dreaming’ is an excellent debut recording. Missy Werner’s vocals are filled with honesty and sincerity. The harmony work is pleasing and her musical support is outstanding. Top notch guests include Ron Stewart, Alan Bibey, Randy Kohrs, Tim Stafford, Rickey Wasson, Dwight McCall and others.”
-Bob Mitchell, Radio Bluegrass International & WKWC-FM