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The Silent League: Of Stars and Other Somebodies

By Mike Mineo

The second album from ex-Mercury Rev keyboardist Justin Russo displays an improved comprehension of gripping country and chamber-pop intentions with a large slew of melodic hooks. [13 August 2007]

The Silent League: The Orchestra, Sadly, Has Refused

By John Bergstrom