Holly Williams releases Here With Me in 2009, a stunning and personal album that is equal parts singer-songwriter and modern country.

Holly is maintaining her legendary family's legacy, typically without ever pandering to the Nashville stereotype. Her songs are personal statements, some inevitably shaped by her near-death experience in a car accident, and display the same warmth and sincerity of her Grandfather's lyrics.

Known for her introspective piano ballads, the bright and uptempo feel of Here With Me will surprise some. Holly's defiant attitude of the first singe Keep The Change, and the sheer fun of A Love I Think Will Last are instantly memorable, while the peek into the lives of the Williams family in Mama and Let Her Go have hidden depths.

Without doubt the highlight of the album is the soon-to-be classic Without Jesus Here With Me. This song reaches emotional highs and depths by being subtle and understated, without overblown production or vocal hysteria.

Already a leading contender for the SCM album of the year, it will be some album that knocks Holly Williams off top spot. ~ 100% SCM recommendation

• He's Making A Fool Out Of You
• Mama
• I Hold On
• Keep The Change
• Let Her Go
• Three Days In Bed
• Alone
• A Love I Think Will Last
• Gone With The Morning Sun
• Without Jesus Here With Me
• Birds