Pauline Reese
Girlie Action
Reviewed by Margaret Moser, Fri., Nov. 19, 2010

Pauline Reese
Just Getting Started"I am full of surprises," sings Pauline Reese on opener "Just Getting Started," and the Austinite's not kidding. Reese challenges Carrie Underwood for Nashville good looks, but she's a crack Texas songwriter ("First Love") in the tradition of Dolly Parton ("Beautiful Shame," "Front Porch Sunday") and spends half the year on the road honing that craft. Reese isn't afraid to demand your attention; listen up.