Blue Roses From the Moons expands the smoother sounds of
Flyer by bringing
Nanci Griffith firmly into the adult alternative playing field -- not only does
Don Gehman, the producer behind
Hootie & the Blowfish, produce the record, but
Darius Rucker has a vocal cameo, as well. Though the slick sound is a little disarming for longtime fans,
Griffith's songwriting remains skilled and assured, and while there aren't as many as standout numbers as before, her graceful melodicism and lyricism and the professional production makes
Blue Roses From the Moons a very pleasant listen.
–
Thom Owens, Rovi