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Donna Jean & the Tricksters: Donna Jean & the Tricksters

Doug Collette February 15, 2008 No Comments

The first CD of the collaboration between Donna Jean Godchaux-Mackay and The Zen Tricksters is greater by far than the sum of its parts. Rather than merely an alliance of a former Grateful Dead vocalist and a once and future Grateful Dead cover band, Donna Jean & the Tricksters is a logical extension of the former's main influences and the band’s natural inclination to improvise.

Thao Nguyen: We Brave Bee Stings and All

Bob Lange February 14, 2008 No Comments

We Brave Bee Stings and All begins and ends like it may be a simple twee pop album. Both songs have a thin, light pop sound that could be mistaken for a novelty. What happens between those two songs, however, is anything but.

Allison Moorer: Mockingbird

Jason Gonulsen February 13, 2008 No Comments

Cover records seem to be catching on these days–just take a look at what Cat Power is doing. But for Allison Moorer, her new album, Mockingbird, is a little different. It features one original song written by Moorer (the title track), and 11 covers–all of which were written by female singer-songwriters. It’s an organized and beautiful project to honor the voices that have shaped Moorer’s career, and it delivers with seductive and passionate visions.

New Monsoon: V

Eric Liebetrau February 12, 2008 No Comments

Though they thrive on stage, the members of New Monsoon also know how to put together reliable studio albums, as evidenced by Hydrophonic (2001) and The Sound (2005). On V, they continue to demonstrate a fine ear for balanced, precise playing, creating a bright blend of sunny California rock, down-home, dirty blues and jazzy, world-music rhythms.

Widespread Panic: Free Somehow

Shane Handler February 7, 2008 No Comments

Few Widespread Panic fans are likely to pick their last two studio albums (Ball or Earth to America) are their favorite release, and even fewer Spreadheads would probably suggest their tenth studio album, Free Somehow, as a top pick (those nods are usually reserved for Everyday or 'Til the Medicine Takes). Give or take a few songs, Free Somehow is a surprisingly bold departure from anything the Georgia rockers have previously recorded.

EELS: Useless Trinkets

Martin Malloy February 6, 2008 No Comments

E has said that some of his best songs sometimes don't make that final cut for LP's. This collection not only proves him right but leaves hope there are still some more trinkets lying around waiting to be discovered.

The Magnetic Fields: Distortion

Shane Handler February 5, 2008 No Comments

Magnetic Field fans will find Distortion a must hear, but curiosity seekers should see it as a free art opening – stop by and decide for yourself whether to linger or jet.

Infradig: Ecstatic Everywhere

Eric Liebetrau February 4, 2008 No Comments

If you enjoy live electronica, Infradig may be one of the best bands you’ve never heard of—and sadly, you may never hear from them again. The group disbanded in late 2007, leaving Ecstatic Everywhere as a sonic reminder of their frenetic power.

Matthew Ryan: Matthew Ryan Vs. The Silver State

Jason Gonulsen February 1, 2008 No Comments

Silver State doesn’t just close in on being a great record–it finishes the job, serving as an early highlight for 2008.

Drive-By Truckers: Brighter Than Creation’s Dark

Shane Handler January 30, 2008 No Comments

Drive-By Truckers may inevitably be hindered by their “southern rock” categorization – it’s unavoidable given their below the Mason Dixon Line album themes – but at these 19 tracks Brighter Than Creation's Dark is what it is…solid, convincingly strong rock and roll.

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