2012-10-29
Montreal band, The Luyas makes atmospheric rock. For its third release, Animator, such instruments as french horn, 12-string electric zither, violin, drums, and organ are used. Jessie Stein's moody vocals go a long way in helping to create an otherworldly feel. Occasional electronics and arresting noises modify the sound. This often somewhat quiet music (especially the second half of the disc) is innovative, yet accessible. I found Animator to be a pleasant discovery. Rebecca Ruth
QUILT
Held In Splendor
Modern English
Take Me To The Trees
MATTHEW RYAN
From a Late Night High Rise in Paris
The Polyphonic Spree
The Beginning Stages of...
DEREK WEBB
The Ringing Bell
BEN HARPER AND THE RELENTLESS SEVEN
Live From the Montreal International Jazz Festival
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