Bear Creek is the fourth studio album by Brandi Carlile. It was recorded in a converted barn just outside of her home town. The album is less formal than her previous works, with hand-clapping, and foot-stomping. A perfect blend of gospel and alt-country
Volume 1 features eight original songs as well as a rendition of "Last Thing I Needed, First Thing This Morning," written by Gary P. Nunn and Donna Sioux Farar and made famous by Willie Nelson. Other highlights include "Second One To Know".