Melissa Gibson - Welcome To Stay (2003)

Melissa Gibson is one of those rare singer/songwriters who tells stories with her music like a critically acclaimed author does with pen and paper. Her music is a country/folk blend with power and thought provoking lyrics. The great thing about her music is that it can easily be related to by just about anyone. This is one of those albums that will instantly jog your mind of memories that you haven't thought about in years. To me, that is more than enough for the price of admission. Melissa Gibson is truly a gifted artist who creates real art. That's just something the world can't have enough of. - Michael Allison - THEGLOBALMUSE.COM Melissa has that zest and charm of 70s heroines like Carole King and Helen Reddy, never losing site of her folk roots that challenge the singer-songwriter to go naked to the audience and not lie when the lyrics start passing from brain to strumming fingers. Add a fine, serious voice to that thoughtfulness and up comes a winner.

Influenced by the likes of Mary Chapin Carpenter and Joni Mitchell, Singer/Songwriter Melissa Gibson's Country music has a remarkable, introspective, folky slant to it. Produced and Engineered by Vaughn Lofstead, her songs are a thought provoking collection of insightful lyrics and rich melodies mixed among some lighter, up-tempo tunes. Melissa's naturally soothing voice shines as she carries each song off effortlessly. She is complimented beautifully by principal instrumentalist and arranger, Vaughn Lofstead.

A native New Englander, Melissa grew up intently listening to John Denver in bewilderment and awe. She studied the piano and voice throughout her teen years and later picked up the guitar. After dabbling in classical and modern music, her heart led her back to folk and country roots. Indeed, it is there, her music has found a home.