Oct 17, 2004 Consider the Birds by Wovenhand (Review) Yet another staggering album from one of America’s most convicted (and convicting) songwriters.
Oct 17, 2004 Piano Works by Craig Armstrong (Review) A perfect soundtrack for waxing nostalgic for the movies that play on in my memory.
Oct 17, 2004 Poison & Snakes by Liz Janes (Review) Closer listening reveals that each song is a tiny world unto itself, full of its own intricate little details.
Oct 17, 2004 Sleeper Coach by Zelienople (Review) Sleeper Coach is much more oriented towards deep guitar drones and layers of noise and fuzz, with the only real structure provided by rhythmic loops, themselves fairly indistinct and gauzy.
Oct 16, 2004 Last Exile OST, Vol. 2 by Dolce Triad (Review) Many of the songs on the CD consist of soaring string arrangements, quite appropriate for a series that’s all about flying and freedom in the skies.
Oct 16, 2004 Stand Alone Complex OST by Yoko Kanno (Review) Kanno’s work is almost instantly recognizable, and yet it’s also incredibly diverse.
Oct 16, 2004 Haibane Renmei OST by Kô Ôtani (Review) The music remains subtle and understated, doing a fine job of drawing the listener into its unique little world.
Sep 30, 2004 A Night at the Hip-Hopera by The Kleptones (Review) An amazing display of mashup skills that works brilliantly as both a commentary on the current state of music and copyright and as a musical piece.
Sep 26, 2004 La Rosa, La Calavera by Kat Jones (Review) Although the album lacks some of the fire that Jones packs into her live performance, I prefer the subtler performances here.
Sep 26, 2004 Blueberry Boat by The Fiery Furnaces (Review) For the most part, it’s an adventure that is not as worth taking as all the hype might lead you to think.
Sep 26, 2004 In a Safe Place by The Album Leaf (Review) This album glows like a little gem, and is there whenever I need comforting or just want to give my ears a treat.
Sep 26, 2004 Fountain EP by Dirge (Review) On this mostly instrumental EP, Dirge trudges along with heavy drums and mellow guitar and a bit of grief.
Sep 26, 2004 Charly Roger. Songs For Fuzzy Candy by Propergol Y Colargol (Review) Unapologetically harsh at times, it’s not particularly pleasant stuff, but for what it is, it’s really quite good.