Phil Stacey (Lyric Street): C+
The Southern-fried country feel of “American Idol” season six finalist Stacey’s debut can’t disguise its lack of flair. While pleasant, well sung and even pretty in spots, Stacey’s participation seems marginal: no songwriting credits, no instruments played. So while he makes a believable interpreter, it’s hard to get past the notion that this is more product than personal expression. Download: “Looking Like Love.”
