Review: This Providence- The Bright Lights [EP]

This Providence- The Bright Lights [EP]
Released: 10/14/08
Label: Fueled By Raman

This Providence is one of the brightest acts in music today. I remember them back in late 2004, when I heard their first release Our Worlds Divorce. The debut showed so much promise; giving This Providence such a distinct sound. Vocalist Daniel Young has such lazy vocals, which makes it awesome. The area at the time was the, “hot spot”, with the premieres of such bands as Gatsby’s American Dream and Forgive Durden. Their next release was some what a letdown, yet I really enjoyed it. Some of the old sounds changed, which weren’t for the better.

It’s been around two years since This Providence released anything. Earlier in 2008, they announced that they were going to record a new EP. Well, here’s the EP, called The Bright Lights EP. “Waste Myself” is the opening track to this EP. If this is any indication of This Providence’s new sound, I’m totally stoked. It brings back good TP, yet still blends new TP. Dan Young’s vocals continues to be the lazy, soft voice we’ve come to love. He can still send chills down your spine. This track leads into the striped down version of “My Beautiful Rescue.” Quite frankly, I wasn’t a huge fan when this song debuted in 2006, but this version brings different light to the song. It’s a mellow blend of western guitars and pounding snares. Skipping a track, we arrive to the end, “Sand In Your Shoes (Acoustic)” Again, this song highlights the pipes of Young and them western guitars. Truly a positive of This Providence.

While this EP is short, it’s sweet. The tone of the EP is such a positive sound. Now, for us This Providence, we can look as this EP as an appetizer. For one, I can’t wait for dinner. Let’s see if their next full length, can bring this much foot tapping as The Bright Lights EP has.

Score: 7.6

Review: Forgive Durden - Razia's Shadow: A Musical

Forgive Durden- Razia's Shadow: A Musical
Label: Fueled By Raman
Release: 10/28/08

"This is the beginning and the end. The rise and the fall."
- The Narrator

In music recently, albums have been made to tell a story, generally referred to as a "concept album." Normally, there's going to be some sketchy plot lines mixed with unnecessary songs. (Well, I've never heard of the idea of a musical). Recently, Forgive Durden (aka: Thomas Dutton) announced their new album would be a musical. Dutton proclaimed the musical as "Razia's Shadow." Razia means, "contented," taken from the Arabic language.

When Thomas was asked to explain the plot line of the album, he declined the request. However, he tells the story as, "a world divided in two by the selfish actions of a powerful and egotistical, yet insecure angel. After generations of darkness, the world is eventually brought back together by love and sacrifice of a couple brave enough to fulfill their destinies." As Razia's Shadow ends, Aaron Weiss (mewithoutyou) speaks, "So this is my cue of where to leave you. Now it's your story to retell and pass on." This is my story.

Razia's Shadow begins with "Genesis." When entering the album, the listener is met with an orchestra of horns and strings, which blends into the narrations of Aaron Weiss. The combination of vocals between Thomas Dutton and Casey Crescenzo (The Dear Hunter) is astounding. Both vocalists sounds so smooth together, it makes the listener want more to hear. Explaining Ahrima leads into my favorite track, "The Missing Piece." Dutton sings peacefully, yet the message is so clear throughout the song.

On this second full length, Forgive Durden has songs containing different emotions, such as love, hate, jealousy, and evil. Max Bemis (Say Anything) contributes his pipes on "The Spider and the Lamps." He virtually brainwashes Dutton throughout the song. I can honestly say, there is no one in the music world who could have delivered so well on this track, other than Bemis. Though this isn't the best combination of vocals on the album, "The Oracle" is a song, where you don't even need to listen to the lyrics, but the soft vocals of Danny Stevens. The soft vocals can put the listener into such a soothing state, it's the best way to end the first story.

The second act of Razia's Shadow begins after "A Thousand Year, Minute-Long Intermission." Dutton plays a different character, Adakias. In this segment of the album, a slew of different characters/singers are introduced. Voices from bands such as Panic At The Disco, The Hush Sound, Gatsby's American Dream, The Matches, and many others all play different people. Also, this section of the album is moves away from the "dark side," as heard in the first section of Razia's Shadow. This part is about how love repairs everything, where Dutton changes his whole fictional life.

"The Exit" is the beginning. This piece introduces Adakia's brother Pallis, who plays a huge role in this musical. The beautiful Greta Salpeter makes her appearance on this part of the record. Her stunning vocals really paints a picture for the listener. As heard in "It's True Love," both Dutton and Salpeter hit every note hard, making the meaning of the song clear. Dutton falls in love with Salpeter; this pounds the lyrical passage of "It's True Love" in your head for days. Throughout the album, the words spoken by different performers ring in your head. It's not the catchy lyrics you're used to from Forgive Durden. They are more meaningful lyrics.

Adakias is put through rough times and meets different characters on his way to love. From the jazzy "Meet The King" to the creepy "Doctor, Doctor," each song has a different meaning. Shawn Harris is the perfect person to play the antagonist of this musical. This leads into the final piece of Razia's Shadow, "The Beginning and The End." Throughout this song, a barrage of brothers voices winds up ending this masterpiece. A huge positive of this record is the narrations. It took me a couple listens to understand the whole plot line, but the narrations from Aaron Weiss really make everything clear. His soft pipes end the album, just how they started the album.

Razia's Shadow is a masterpiece. Thomas Dutton has proven what a "musician" really is. However, at times the plot becomes bland. It becomes boring when the listener can guess what happens next. Another potential issue could be, is this album going to have any lasting value? For me, I found it hard to listen to tracks individually because it's a musical, which tells a story. If Dutton released another version of this album, it could very well get a score above a 10.0. However, let's see if Razia's Shadow can live up to the hype. The slew of artists he got to perform on the album, are some of the best in the business. This records pulls him away from all Fueled By Ramen artists. It shows so much light, which cannot be stolen.

Official Track Listing and Guest Appearances

1. Genesis" (ft. Casey Crescenzo of The Dear Hunter) (4:19)
2. "The Missing Piece" (ft. Lizzie Huffman of Man in the Blue Van) (4:46)
3. "Life Is Looking Up" (5:21)
4. "The Spider And The Lamps" (ft. Max Bemis of Say Anything) (5:10)
5. "Toba The Tura" (ft. Chris Conley of Saves the Day) (4:25)
6. "The Oracle" (ft. Danny Stevens of The Audition) (5:23)
7. "A Thousand Year, Minute-Long Intermission" (ft. Danny Stevens of The Audition) (1:02)
8. "The Exit" (ft. Brendon Urie of Panic at the Disco, Dan Young of This Providence) (5:40)
9. "It's True Love" (ft. Greta Salpeter of The Hush Sound) (5:38)
10. "Meet The King" (ft. Greta Salpeter of The Hush Sound, Nic Newsham of Gatsbys American Dream) (5:24)
11. "Holy The Sea" (ft. John Gourley of Portugal. The Man, Kris Ayana of An Angle) (6:05)
12. "Doctor Doctor" (ft. Shawn Harris of The Matches) (4:57)
13. "The End And The Beginning" (ft. Greta Salpeter of The Hush Sound, Brendon Urie of Panic at the Disco) (5:53)

Artist: Forgive Durden
Album: Razia's Shadow: A Musical
Release Date: October 28th, 2008
Label: Fueled By Ramen
Purchase: Smartpunk.com
Reviewed By: Kyle Schnitzer

Score: 9.2%

Review: Jeremy Larson- Salvation Club

Jeremy Larson- Salvation Club

Music nowadays is nothing like it used to be. I mean, everything sounds great. Bands come out with albums more often now, but they usually rush them. Then other bands sound too similar to other bands, which labels bands with useless genres. When a band sounds like another band, it usually brings down the stock of the band they are being compared too. However, this case is completely false with singer/song writer Jeremy Larson. Larson released his self titled debut in 2007. Later that year, I purchased the record, and immediately comparisons ranging from Copeland to This Day and Age were brought up. His self titled record delivered soft vocals, a slew of pianos, and just calming music. It became a mystery how one man could make such sounds, without a backing band. It just demonstrates true talent. Larson doesn't slack off, he takes a huge leap forward with his second record, Salvation Club.

On his second effort, Larson opens Salvation Club with "Exposition." Starting with different orchestral instruments, the song builds up into Larsen’s soft, soothing voice. Vocally, Larson gives artists such as Copeland and This Day and Age something to improve on. He continues his musicianship on "Purgatory." Comparisons ranging from Stephen Christian of Anberlin, with piano melodies that will have you humming for days. The song winds down with the mix of piano and vocals, making the listener hungry for more.

Larson does something amazing on this record: making the listener wonder how he created such beautiful music. As heard in songs such as "Where They Sleep" and "Self-Esteem", Larson creates mysterious melodies. Soft, pretty vocals, which are highlight by the writing ability of Jeremy. After these movements, JL goes into a different direction. Larson comes into the upbeat mode with "Footsteps." The combination of pounding percussion and his haunting piano work, Jeremy is hitting it hard on every track. The haunting melodies continue in "Portrait" and throughout the rest of the album. Those kind of melodies that can make you emotionally feel something, which has become rare in music. "Activist" is another song highlighting the talent of Larson. The banging of piano keys send chills down your spine, which leads to the ultimate chill buster in "Goodnight."

What Larson does is something different. He blends so many different emotions into one album. Generally, artists try to stick with one overall emotion, making the album a bore fest. Jeremy Larson doesn't do that. Larson's haunting vocals and incredible musical talent will inspire others to create music. I wouldn't be surprised to see him on a movie soundtrack soon. He's released two wonderful records; Salvation Club shouldn't be overlooked.

Overall: 8.7%

Introducing...Jeremy Larson [10/26/08]

So I skipped a week? Psh. I'm coming back with something good. Though I'm not sure if he's a "secret," he's been on my playlist for over a year. Singer/Songwriter Jeremy Larson, hailing from Springfield, Missouri; is creating very, calming tunes. Creating comparisons by critics with bands such as Copeland, This Day and Age; JL has something in store for you.

Larson is releasing his second effort, Salvation Club. I've had this album for about two weeks now. It's honestly one of my favorite records this year. Not only is it great sounds, but he chose to release it in a dull market season, clearly making him the best record of Fall. Get ready for long walks, cold winds, and even some snow. Larson has something beautiful here. Review coming soon.

Jeremy Larson on Myspace

Jeremy Larson- Wintersong [MP3]
Jeremy Larson- Immovable [MP3]

Wooopsssssss, lack of content?

Yeah mang!! Sorry about no updates lately. I've been busy with school, life, and reviewing. I'll be posting some stuff later today, hope you all read.

-k

Introducing...The Narrative [10/12/08]

It's becoming very, very difficult to find a soothing, female/male vocalist combo. I mean, we've had Lydia, Straylight Run..but both bands, went into different directions, with their latest releases. Straylight Run's female vocalist, Michelle Nolan, left the band to follow her solo career. So, getting to the "introducing" segment, here are The Narrative.

So, I saw this band open for The Reign of Kindo, in early September. They took forever to set up, but it was well worth the wait. In the crowd, many familiar Long Island band faces. One of those faces included Will Noon, drummer of Straylight Run/manager of The Narrative. They pretty much sounded like Straylight Run's sister. The male/female vocal combination, brought comparisons to SR, Copeland (If there was a female), and even Stars (To a degree). So take a listen, to their debut EP "Just Say Yes." Six songs of beautiful crafted melodies.

Review: The Bigger Lights- Fiction Fever [EP]

The Bigger Lights- Fiction Fever [EP]
Doghouse Records
Release: October 7, 2008

I recently elected to take a course called Business and Sports Marketing. So far we’ve learned about different marketing techniques, important facts of marketing, and other sections of marketing. Marketing is the process of organizing and directing all the company activities which relate to determining the market demand and converting the customers. In this situation, the fans are the customers.

Product: The Bigger Lights

Advertising: Fiction Fever [EP]

How: Absolute Management Group (Nano Tissera)

So the product, The Bigger Lights, have had all the success due to the Internet. I mean, they released this demo at a local show, which got them tons of attention from the local Virginia scene. From that, MySpace's name sections have been filled with display names like this “Your Name Here [tbl.].” So how could a band so unknown, receive so much attention? Great marketing. The Bigger Lights aren’t the average band. I mean, they don’t have someone running their MySpace account, they write back to everything you say. All the members are very friendly, which enabled ties with the right people. This probably opened the eyes of Nano Tissera and Absolute Management Group (All Time Low, Friday Night Boys).

Now how do you market this band? By releasing the self produced EP, Third Act Stories, which opened the eyes of Doghouse Records. Now it’s time to show the world what TBL can deliver. Fiction Fever doesn’t really bring the same “oomph” that TAS brought. However the album shows many comparisons to other bands. During “Apocalypse!”, one could hear a Cartel feel. The comparisons filter more throughout “Goldmine Valentine.” Vocalist Topher Talley belts notes previously heard on releases from Gatsby’s American Dream to This Providence. The song also includes catchy lyrics, guitar pokes similar to The Matches, and just an overall feel of Kanye West’s “Gold Digger.”

Now can this product sell? I’m sure it will sell, but I doubt it’ll bring in new listeners. Fiction Fever includes three previously released songs (Reved and Ready, Romance In A Slow Dance, When Did We Lose Ourselves), which will only slow down the release. Also, I feel the album's track list could be organized better. I mean, at least rearrange it so the tracks are flowing and the listener isn’t fighting the sound changes. Here’s one more suggestion to Topher Talley: try to get away from the similar vocal patterns, as other bands in the scene. By this, create your own sound, don’t be that band that gets compared to every other band in the scene. To conclude, The Bigger Lights can only improve from this release.

Artist: The Bigger Lights
Album: Fiction Fever
Label: Doghouse Records
Release Date: October 7th, 2008
RIYL: Motion City Soundtrack, Hidden in Plainview, This Providence
Reviewed By: Kyle Schnitzer

Score: 7.2 (Previously posted @ The Daily Chorus)

Review: Koufax- Strugglers

Koufax- Strugglers

"Do you understand / Why the shops in school are keeping tabs and there eyes on you? / But I wanna roll the dice / I wanna roll the dice / Leave my job and leave my wife / Tonight."

Above are lyrics from the song "Roll the Dice," off Koufax's new record Strugglers. Here, vocalist/guitarist Robert Suchan talks about a gamble with his life. I mean, "I wanna roll the dice" sounds a bit like a gambling term or trying to take a chance with something new and trying to make the best out of it. Koufax released Hard Times Are in Fashion back in 2005. The record didn't really get much hype and people just didn't seem to get the concept. So the question was: What will the next Koufax release sound like? In this case, the Midwest quintet decided to take that "gamble" and produce a completely different sound with their sixth studio release. [READ MORE]

Introducing...Honor Bright [10/5/08]

Yeah, I'm going to do this every Sunday from now on. Due to the fact, that my sister deleted Photoshop, I must find a new program, so I can edit those Highway signs. Anyways, New York has been dead recently. By that, I mean music. Long Island is the birthplace of "emo." Lately, it's the birth place of "death." No new bands, no new music. However, upstate New York, is a different story.

Honor Bright seem to know what they are doing. Performing on MTV, this band bring a classic pop punk sound, except polished. Their second release, If This Was A Movie, is really rising in my playtime lately. I suggest buying this on iTunes; because this band won't be a secret, for much long. Including in the Upstate scene.

Everybody knows that you'd break your neck

to keep your chin up. Get ready, get inspired. This record is stunning. Cause honestly, you are my sunshine. The grey man is looking for you. He's looking for you.

Brighten Interview- 9/27/08

Staff writer Kyle Schnitzer recently got a chance to sit down with Justin Richards, vocalist/guitarist of Top Unsigned act Brighten when they stopped through Rockville Centre, NY (woot woot, hometown love!) on their tour with Danger Radio, Farewell, and Red Car Wire. The band recently released their new EP, Early Love, which you can purchase here. You can check out the interview below.

Brighten Interview- 9/27/08
The Vibe Lounge, NY (Rockville Centre)
Make Like A Leaf And Fall Tour (Featuring: Danger Radio, Farewell, Brighten, Red Care Wire)

Interviewed by: Kyle Schnitzer
Being Interviewed: Justin Richards of Brighten (Vocalist/Guitarist)

Describe your sound. I know it's a hard question to ask you, but for someone who isn't familiar with your music, what should they expect?

Justin: I would say a mix between alternative rock, a mix between Jimmy Eat World and Augustana, The Get Up Kids. Stuff like that is what we are aiming for. It would be really cool if the fans would just listen and enjoy us. Instead of talking through bands sets, just pay attention and find out.

How did the artwork for "Early Love" come about? Is there any meaning behind it?

Justin: There really isn't any meaning to the artwork of Early Love. We just wanted a summer feel for it. Like a warm feeling. On the inside of the EP, there's a girl and a guy on a bike. We wanted to bring out the side/shot of happiness and like love. Just kind of like a new found love. So the name "Early Love" pretty much has the same meaning as the artwork.

Why did you decide on the name "Early Love?"

Justin: I hope that they catch onto it. And I hope the feeling that they get from this is happiness and a positive outlook on music. Instead of writing about problems with relationships, maybe like the positive side of it like from growing from it and just moving on.

What is the song "Swing" about? Does Carolina have a meaning behind it (AKA girl)?

Justin: (Laughs) Swing is about just kind of like.. I don't know. It's about.. I don't want to say but a good example would be stupid, but a stripper. You're doing something that you know is wrong, but you feel like you have to do it. Like really there's more to life than this. Happiness is what you should be doing, doing what you, is what makes you happy. Instead of doing something to make you feel like you're doing something with your life. So, instead of doing something just to scarp by, just doing something to make you happy I guess.

Now is there really a "Carolina?" Like is it fictional character or non-fictional?

Justin: That's fictional. It was kind of like a, the song was originally supposed to be about North Carolina and South Carolina about how they were splitting up. But, I made it into California is too far away from Carolina, when they still want to work together. Even though they don't work together, they should, they still want to be friends. So the song is kind of like a relationship story.

When Jimmy left the band, thoughts of a split was what I was hearing out of the Brighten camp. How has the band managed the loss of Jimmy. Would you consider the band stronger than it was?

Justin: It was tough because he's my brother and I obviously love him. He wanted to go to school and he didn't know if touring was the thing he wanted to do for the rest of his life because he's the oldest one. It took him a long time to realize that he didn't want to tour. It's kind of like we have a new guitar player and since now it's a four piece, we can defiantly work off of each other. So with the loss of him, we defiantly gained a couple other things that defiantly helped. But, I wouldn't say we're stronger without him. It's just different and we have to get use to it. But, I think it's working out.

That's Austin we're talking about? His band is really, really good!

Justin: Yeah, Austin Gibbs & The States. They're awesome. I want more music [Laughs]

Are there any B-sides to Early Love?

Justin: Well, we were going to put, it was going to be five songs, but then we had "Swing" or six songs. Then we had "Swing" and another song called "Windy Heart." We decided not to put "Windy Heart" on it, and to remix "Swing." With "Windy Heart," we might try to put it on iTunes just for like a B-side or something.

If you could give advice to bands about signing a record contract, what would that be?

Justin: Yeah, you never know what you're going to get cause every band when they get signed, are super excited. But, a lot of times, not too many times, but sometimes it's really easy for it not to work out. So, if it doesn't work out, it's not the end of the world. If you want to do it, keep doing it because if you work hard, it'll pay off in the end. Also, it's not the end of the world if one record label doesn't work out. You know, you grow from it, and people will defiantly see those changes.

Are you guys looking at any new labels now? Or just taking your time with the decision?

Justin: Uhm, we kind of just got the new people in the band, so we're kind of waiting for everyone to get comfortable with each other. Then, hopefully we'll build an "on-line" buzz and maybe something will come from that. So, our main focus is trying to gain fans right now.

Do you think it's a good thing so many bands are sharing a similar sound? I know there's a band out there called Bastian who have a similar sound.

Justin: Ah, Bastian are some cool guys and great sound. I think it is good for bands to share a similar sound because the music like genres are always growing and I kind of think that they all blend together. Now, there's a couple bands that stick out; but, it's so hard to make your own genre these days. If you listen to the band, it's easy to pick some of the sound. It's always cool because with everything sounding the same, it's always making something new. I think it's the way of going to the beat.

As artists do you try to separate yourself from that or try to stay similar with your own spin/flavor added on?

Justin: I try to because it's tough for me, because a lot of the music that is popular these days, I cannot stand. So, it's like tough because I still want to have the art and the writing side behind it, while still trying to get the fans side of it. And it's tough for people, who don't think about partying and hooking up with girls and not to get far. But, you just have to write what you love and if it show's what your music is, then kids are going to like it no matter what it's about.

How different is it to play a show here (New York) to a local show back in California?

Justin: It is. It's so weird because California has so many bands and I think a lot of kids from California are in love with the shows. But the music scene is so big. California is a lot of fun, like when kids come out, they are really, really cool. But, it's hard to get a crowd out there. For some reason, kids on the East Coast are so interested in meeting the bands and actually having relationships with the band. So, it's defiantly cool to come over here and play to people who actually know who you are.

What bands have you been listening to lately?

Justin: I listen to a lot of things that aren't like us. I listen to a lot of Sigur Ros, which their new album is awesome. I've also just started listening to this new artist named Missy Higgins. She is really, really good. I'll always like Augustana and Copeland and stuff like that. I've heard Copeland's new record, and it's really good.

So what would you call your top five albums of 2008?

Justin: Can't Love, Can't Hurt? I think that's the name of the new Augustana record. Uhm, let's see. Of this year, I really do like the new Maine record Can't Stop Won't Stop. It's weird because people don't really like the record, but because they are our friends and I love anything that they do. That, the new Morning Light album. They're coming out; that's like another thing, they love like the writing and music type. They are really good at everything they do. Well, the new Coldplay Viva La Vida for sure, probably the new Death Cab record.. Let's see one more? Maybe John Mayer? Continuum is so good.

A while back, I saw you had a solo page.. including acoustic versions of songs as well as covers. Could we possibly seeing a future solo record from you?

Justin: I really want to put out a record. I'm planning in December, when we have some time off, I have a friend in Chico who records and I really want to do a solo thing. Like, I've always really wanted to, but I've never had the time. So, yeah I'm planning on it.

The Lydia cover of This Is Twice Now is really, really good!

Justin: Thank you. My dad bought a ukulele and I started playing on it and I learned Lydia and came up with that. Thanks you.

Who has been your biggest supports?

Justin: My family for sure. Even with everything, money troubles and even bringing our cds to work and showing their friends, sticking up for us when their friends doubt us and be like they're not doing anything with their lives. All of our families, friends, and our fans are our biggest supporters. All the fans out there because for some reason, when we had a little over a year without putting out new music, we still got the same amount of plays as we did when we put out new music. So our fans, are real important.

With that said, what band would you say really got Brighten out there? I remember watching an acoustic video of you playing acoustic at a Cute Is What We Aim For gig.

Justin: Man, I don't know. I kind of just took us out on our first tour when we kind have just a couple week tour before that. That was defiantly our first big tours, which also helped out a lot. We drew fans from that. Hawthorne Heights has always believed in us. Just like all of our friends bands who are bigger with more fans defiantly helped us out. Bands like The Maine are defiantly helping us out. It's just really cool because you're trying to build a family with all of our friends. I mean, if we can't help them out, we will because they will help us out as well. We have a big group of family and it'll be hard just to pick one.

Have you ever thought about just giving up with music and moving on?

Justin: I couldn't. I thought about it, if I physically could, but I've put too much of my life into this. Like from the 5th grade on, I just gave up on school. Like, I went to it, but I didn't really try too hard, because I knew I always really wanted to do this. So, if I'm not in a touring band, I'm definitely going to be doing something else.

Where would you like to see Brighten within a year or two?

Justin: I would still like to be touring and with a record out. I would like to see a bigger fan base. We are always trying to talk to kids and trying to get up on ourselves, push ourselves. So, I would like to see us drawing kids more, yet still drawing fans on tour.

Last question, I'm one of the only males in this venue right now. Are you guys totally down to playing in front of a more than average female crowd?

Justin: I am. The thing I always say is I love this fan base. But, I would love to play to all ages. It's crazy because these kids are like the show goers. All the bands that I listen to, are what grown ups listen to. If I could get the interest of both age groups, that would be awesome. I love the kids. There the coolest kids that we always make friends with. But, yeah; I'm really happy with them.

I would personally like to thank Justin and the rest of Brighten for putting out an awesome record in Early Love. Be sure to buy the physical copy, or even the digital copy on iTunes.

Norah Jones?! Oh! You mean Emma Lee?

Female singer/songwriters are a rare sighting. I mean, you have all the mainstream artists, like Miley Cyrus and Fergie, but they do not compose their own music. Anyways, I''ve been on an internet binge, where I wanted to find the next big thing. Soft voices would be nice, as well as cute faces. I've seem to come across what I've been looking for. Forget Norah Jones...her name is Emma Lee.

She recently released "Never Just A Dream," which is creeping into my top six records of 2008. I'll be writing a review later this month on this gorgeous voice/person. Be sure to look out. I wouldn't be surprised to see her debuting somewhere in the America's soon. (By The Way, She's Canadian!)

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