MAYOBRIDGE ex-pat, Tracy Sands, is .set to make waves in the US with the release of her new music album, 'Enchanted'. Featuring original songs and guest writers, including fellow Mayobridge native, Kieran Goss, the release has been billed as "an album of more contemporary sound. Expect to hear quieter tones of traditional style..." The record is the second release from the Co. Down artist who recorded her debut album, "Voice On The Line' in Florida, 1997. The release also marks yet another milestone on the road of Tracy's musical career. She began singing at the age of eight and since then competed in, and won, many local and national competitions. During her time she has played at Abbey Theatre, Dublin, where she was invited as the guest speaker for the WB Yeats International Festival in 1994. She has also appeared at the Fiddler's Green festival in Rostrevor, bringing the house down in 1995, Following her move to Florida, she played at events such as the West Palm Beach Irish Festival and the South Florida Folk Festival, for three years running, Last year saw her appearing at the huge 'Sunfest 2000' gig on Palm Beach. Her latest offering marks a move towards giving traditional Irish ballads a contemporary kick and, with critics hailing this new album, how long will it be until we see the triumphant return of one of Newry and Mourne's best success stories?