[3] The album employed several notable folk musicians to contribute a bluegrass feel to many of the tracks.

The album also includes three French songs, one by the McGarrigles with Philippe Tatartcheff, and two traditional numbers.

The guest musicians included John Cale, Dane Lanken, Bill Monroe, Dave Mattacks and Pat Donaldson.

[6] The Globe and Mail determined that "their songwriting is serious business but the informality of their records remains their most charming asset".

[9] The New York Times noted that "there is an element of coyness here that is slightly disconcerting... And the songs—Anna's in particular—don't match the great songs on the first album.