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.WILLY MASON
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ERLAND AND THE CARNIVAL
Nightingale
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Even If It Breaks Your Heart
THE BEARS
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I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass
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