"In swing'n'western, there's female fiddler-vocalist Elana James (Fremeerman), in bluegrass there's female fiddler-vocalist Alison Krauss. Now, standing up for the diehard country crowd, there's Miss Leslie Anne Sloan, a slam-bam, 100% Bud-proof singer of barroom weepers and a wiz with a bow.
Like her honky tonk sister-in-arms, Heather Myles, Miss Leslie has a fullsize voice that can cut through the clinking of longnecks and the smack of boots on a hardwood floor. . . .
For those who figure the best beerjoint tunes centre on depression, heartache and sorrow, Miss Leslie is their perfect musical guide. Every one of her 13 original, three chord country songs here mirrors a world of hard drinking, divorce and broken down love - though the lady does seem to be having a never-ending ball in the peppy Honky Tonk Hangover.
The sheen on this third of Miss Leslie's CDs is the masterclass instrumental work and arrangements from Leslie herself and former Dale Watson Lonestars Dave Biller, guitar, and Ricky Davis, steel - together, these three really roast the 'taters.
Definitely recommended - and could someone please look into getting Miss Leslie and the band over to the UK? Chris Jackson, perhaps?"---Craig Baguley
UPCOMING SHOWS
- March 11, 2020, 7:30-10:00P
March 12-14, 2020, 10:00PM
March 18, 2020, 7:00P-10:00P
March 21, 2020, TBDWith Palomino Moon at Tomball Honky Tonk Music Festival - Tomball, TX
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WHAT THOSE CRITIC GUYS HAVE TO SAY
- Joey Guerra, Top CDs of 2010, Houston Chronicle Wrong Is What I Do Best"Miss Leslie’s gutsy vocals makes these songs about lonely, lovin’ women soar. She’s able to recall country queens (Tammy Wynette and Connie Smith come to mind) but still feel fresh."
Karlie Justus, Review of Wrong Is What I Do Best, The9513.com, 8/26/2010"As Miss Leslie continues to fine-tune her musical fingerprint, it’s exciting to watch her develop as one of traditional country’s most authentic and talented performers."
Doug Freeman, Review of Wrong Is What I Do Best, Texas Music Magazine, Summer 2010"Tried and twanged, Miss Leslie remains a contemporary Lone Star honky-tonk high point."
4 1/2 Stars - Duncan Warwick, Review of Wrong Is What I Do Best, Country Music People, May 2010"There may be a generous 14 tracks on this release, but I can't say there are any duff tracks, and all who decry the state of country music should immediately seek this album out."
Between the Whiskey and the Wine - Top Disc of 2008, Joey Guerra, Houston Chronicle "The country girl with the big ol’ voice is one of Houston’s finest singers. This sterling disc is like a journey through her honky-tonk heart and captures the intensity of her live performances."
Robert K Oermann, Music Row Magazine, October 2008"There's more: There are two women making records in Texas who are absolutely essential listening if you love real country music. Their names are Brennen Leigh and Miss Leslie, and they both blew me away. . . —Holy mackerel! Miss Leslie is a barroom chanteuse from the old school. The title tune to her CD finds her bluesy ballad belting in a smoky atmosphere swirling with steel guitar. The album is a revelation. This gal is walking in the high heels of Dottie West and Patsy Cline."
Chris Gray, SPIN Magazine, October 2008 "Houston isn't exactly honky-tonk heaven, but the sorrowful lyrics and steely solos of fiddle-playing frontwoman Miss Leslie and her band will have you thinking otherwise. Leslie's gift for turning pain (she's a recent divorcee) into country gold marks her as a kindred spirit to fellow heartbroken Southeast Texan George Jones. For proof, check out the recent Between the Whiskey and the Wine."
**** Craig Baguley, Review of Between the Whiskey and the Wine, Country Music People, August 2008"For those who figure the best beer joint tunes centre on depression, heartache and sorrow, Miss Leslie is their perfect musical guide. Every one of her 13 original, three chord country songs here mirrors a world of hard drinking, divorce and broken down love - though the lady does seem to be having a never-ending ball in the peppy Honky Tonk Hangover.
RECENT PRESS
- Our favorite Houston CDs of 2010, Part 1 | Houston Music | 29-95.com
- Album Review: Miss Leslie – Wrong is What I Do Best | The 9513
- Americana Music Times - Miss Leslie & Her Juke-Jointers. Classic. Real. Country
- Houston - Rocks Off - Aftermath: Miss Leslie and Heather Myles at Under the Volcano
- Country Music Isn’t Dead: An Interview With Miss Leslie « My Kind Of Country
- Music Row Magazine Review October 2008
- SPIN Magazine Spotlight on Houston Bands October 2008
- Country Standard Time Feature Oct 2008 - and FREE Download
- Country Music People Review - August, 2008
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ABOUT MISS LESLIE
- I love to blog. I typically write about music, but sometimes I just share my thoughts. . . . I may or may not come across to you as a typical honky tonk artist, but this blogsite is a way for me to share with you who I am. I hope that you can gain inspiration from what I write - both musically and in blog form. » Read Miss Leslie's Official Bio
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MISS LESLIE VIDEOS
- A-11 - Juke-Jointers 2005 (Video by Elise O'Grady)
- A-11 - Juke-Jointers 2008
- Hold Back the Tears
- I Can Still Feel - Ginny's 2008
- I Can Still Feel - NotSXSW 2007
- I Want To Hear It From You
- Miss Leslie LIVE in Mirande, France
- Pretty Girl
- Ricky Davis Plays "Farewell Party"
- Ship of Love
- Yes Ma'am, He Found Me in a Honky Tonk
- You Can Still Change Your Mind - Unrecorded original tune!
- You Left Me a Long Time Ago