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
THE DEER TRACKS
The Archer Trilogy Pt. 2
VOODOO SWING
Fast Cars, Guitars, Tattoos, and Scars
Oren LaVie
The Opposite Side of the Sea
Sarah Jane Scouten
When the Bloom Falls from The Rose
UMPHREY'S MCGEE
The Bottom Half
MEGAFAUN
Megafaun
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