Wednesday, September 13 2006
Josephine Foster: A Wolf in Sheeps Clothing
A free folk release that transcends even that label to acheive true freedom.
Helios: Eingya
Acheiving that fleeting balance between prettiness and interest, Helios delivers a lush instrumental that actually engages the heart.
David Kimbrough Jr.: Shell-Shocked
At question is whether a musician can extend things in this or that direction, and very possibly the performer of "Shell Shocked" can.
Tuesday, September 12 2006
Messer für Frau Müller: Triangle, Dot & Devil
Russian neo-lounge act's camp and kitsch belies its complex sampling and arrangements.
The Husbands: Theres Nothing Id Like More Than To See You Dead
YOU try telling these primal r'n'r gals that women can't be Husbands.
New Buffalo: New Buffalo EP
As with so many stopgap EPs, it's an eclectic, so-so afair of questionable re-release value.
Monday, September 11 2006
Nat Baldwin: Enter the Winter
Freeform musician continues to surprise in ability to be accessible and push boundaries.
Tom Lellis: Avenue of the Americas
Very nice jazz singer with a relaxed, quiet, light baritone delivery, and something of an all-round musician.
The Little Ones: Sing Song EP
The Little Ones prove to be impressive without being overly distinctive, trading challenges for talented execution.
Friday, September 8 2006
The Mae Shi / Rapider Than Horsepower: Do Not Ignore the Potential
The dangers of bi-focal split-LPs are many, but these two acts make it fun, regardless of the innevitable judgment of which is the better band.
Marion Meadows: Dressed to Chill
Sax virtuoso continues to deliver a range of riches and cool jazz grooves.
Various Artists: Free the P
Consciousness rap goes international in a effort to spotlight the plight of Palestine.
Rebecca Hart: Crash & Strum
Sometimes funky, sometimes forumlaic, this female singer-songwriter reminds you of her forebears, but still manages the occasional item of interest.
