
Nanci Griffith once sang that “no one ever knows the heart of anyone else”. Nevertheless, 20 albums in and we seem to be getting close. Intersection is deeply personal, finding this much celebrated singer-songwriter once again on top form, although fans shouldn’t expect the quiet contemplation of old. Griffith describes herself as being at a musical crossroads and the result is somewhat more explosive.
There are times when she tackles personal issues head on, such as in Bad Seed, an angry reflection on her relationship with a dismissive father. What stands out the most, however, is not...