Bloom, Red and the Ordinary Girl

TRES CHICAS are in the process of creating a new proof for the old adage that the sum of the parts is greater than the whole. The group is a sisterhood of singing and songs born out of friendship and mutual admiration among Lynn Blakey, Caitlin Cary and Tonya Lamm, who debuted together in 2004 with 'Sweetwater', "a landmark album," (Los Angeles Daily News).

They now return with 'Bloom, Red & The Ordinary Girl', a shimmering, sophisticated album that proves the trio anything but ordinary. It is, in fact, a rather extraordinary blossoming beyond their initial outing, which was widely praised for harmonies that are "perfect," (by Pasteand No Depression), "gorgeous," (Amazon.com) and "rousing" (The Village Voice), along with what No Depressioncalls their "truest strength," the threesome's remarkable songwriting talents.

The new album was recorded in London, England with kindred souls Neil Brockbank and Robert Trehern producing, and features a core band comprised of Geraint Watkins (piano & organ), Matt Radford (upright bass), and Robert "Bobby" Trehern (drums), along with a star-studded cast of "extras" including Nick Lowe, Steve Donnelly, Bob Loveday, and Bill Kirchin, among others. Tres Chicas' journey from their North Carolina home to collaborate with some of the most accomplished British aficionados of American music results in a virtually borderless Americana sound that's resonant with humanity, wisdom, heart, and irresistible charm.

What the LA Daily News hailed as "some of the sweetest country rock ever" on Sweetwaterblossoms like good wine arriving at its fullest flavor on 'Bloom, Red & The Ordinary Girl'. In addition to songs composed by the Chicas themselves, the record features a number penned by Geraint Watkins, a cover from 1960s country-pop legend Johnny Carver and the trio's fellow Carolinian Lou Ford. The album's effortless variety is paired with subtle intention. Each song is given its due in character, spirit, and musical innovation, something of a Tres Chicas trademark.