2008-10-31
Born and raised on the Swedish island of Gotland, Theresa Andersson now calls New Orleans her home. This album was recorded in her kitchen and she often uses "found" instruments from her kitchen cupboards. The xylophone sound on "The Waltz" is actually soda bottles filled with varying levels of water. She also makes unconventional use of conventional instruments. Consider that the slide guitar sound in "Hi-Low" is actually a violin. All this adds up to a quirky indie-girl-pop sound that is both interesting and accessible. Reviewed by Rebecca Ruth.
THE BASICS
Ingredients
The Submarines
Declare A New State
Imogen Heap
Speak For Yourself
SHANNON WHITWORTH & BARRETT SMITH
Bring It On Home
JESSE SYKES & THE SWEET HEREAFTER
Like, Love, Lust & the Open Halls of the Soul
TUATARA
East of the Sun
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