Independent music reviews, interviews and downloads from Utah, 2007–2012
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Another week, another chunk of albums released. Here are three that may have flown under your radar more than, say, new Bjork or Wilco. I'm sure, however, there's plenty I've missed, so send it along! Twin Sister — In Heaven I first saw…
Right, here are three albums released this week that I thought were worth touching on. If I've missed something you really enjoyed, please, let me know. Preferably not by yelling, but do what you must. Ivy — All Hours Full album stream…
Sometimes, during that ever-so-regular search for something rare and interesting in the bargain bins of thrift stores and consignment shops, you run across a record that gives you pause for thought — something so bizarre that you can’t…
AA Bondy — Believers Well, he’s done it. He’s gone and changed his signature style. You know the one: stripped-down recordings, acoustic guitars, that voice of his. Thankfully, the change really is quite good: Believers is lush, evocative,…
A. A. Bondy — Believers You probably know A. A. Bondy for his evocative songwriting and stripped-down style — a reasonable expectation, as his first two albums were in that very style, and it’s what he made his solo name on. Through those…
The inimitable Nick Drake, recognized after his death as a brilliant songwriter but rarely before, is still the master of that brand of moody, emotive finger-picked acoustic guitar. The haunting melodies, the unshakable vocals, the ability…
Early on every year, there are those records that you’re certain will make the top of your year-end charts, that you’re sure is going to be among the very best the year has to offer. Perhaps it’s in part due to our particular demarcation…
Every week, we’ll take a look at some new releases (not all of them, unfortunately!) and talk a little about them and give you a chance to listen. God bless Tuesdays! Regina — Soita Mulle While people in the U.S. are busy sleeping, Regina…