Anna Hutto: Press/Reviews
"Anna Hutto has the voice of an angel and soul of a poet...clear and strong and beautiful, her lyrics are so emotionally honest and open...unguarded and beautifully written, her music has a spiritual power and authenticity."
Carrie Newcomer - Singer/Songwriter, Rounder Recording Artist - www.carrienewcomer.com (May 12, 2005)
"Anna's music, words, and the spirit behind them gather me up into a Gestalt
of pure joy. I hear her closing the gap between long, long distances..."
Minton Sparks - Spoken Word Artist of the Year, Just Plain Folk Music Awards 2004 (Aug 24, 2005)
“Eleven songs of sincere goodness. Anna’s rich, vibrant voice, along with her simple, yet elegant songwriting, had created a incredible listening experience.”
Sam Hensley - Singer/Songwriter, Alexandria, Virginia - www.samhensley.com (May 12, 2005)
"All I can say is Bravo, Bravo, Bravo!!! Your songs and your record sound great!"
Benjy Johnson, Earthtones Recording, Greensboro, NC - www.earthtonesrecording.com (May 9, 2005)
"Welcome Here cuts to the core of authentic songwriting. Singer/Songwriter Anna Hutto doesn’t paste down simple answer to hard questions, nor does she patronize the listener. She writes honestly, with a temperance of challenge and comfort. She strives and stretches toward God, while never denying the human heart so full of doubt and questions.
Anna’s vocals move from gentle, to longing, to impassioned while always blending masterfully with the mostly acoustic instrumentation. Welcome Here is a satisfyingly raw and acoustic album that rises from its roots, even with a few full band tunes on it. This is a delightful and thoughtful record that documents Anna’s long-awaited re-emergence on the music scene. It has been well worth the wait!"
Kep Short - Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey, Director of Youth Ministry (Mar 17, 2005)