In these troubling times, I find myself turning more
and more to escapist music--like 4AD/Projekt ethereal
stuff. I find that it helps me divert my attention
from the darkness surrounding this country and the
world.

Here are some new ones:

1. Mors Syphilitica, "Feather and Fate". Imagine a
better version of Faith and the Muse, that mixes a
little lightness in their dark brew. Must have for
lovers of churchy goth music with odd influences--lots
of mandolin, and majestic female vocals. A definite
pop sensibility is in this release, more so than
regular Projekt releases.

2. Mahogany, "The Dream of a Modern Day." Very
influenced by the Cocteau Twins and Slowdive in their
heyday. Very dreamy, light, with "twee-pop" female &
male vox, ringing, chiming guitars, mournful cellos,
and a smattering of electronica. An early spring or
autumn album.

3. Stereolab, "Sound-Dust." More futuristic-retro
bosso nova electronica droning dreaminess. Sadler's
voice is intimate and the music is, well, *happy*. It
reminds me of the Jetsons while lyrics are obtuse and
heady as always.

I hope that others can find comfort in these
recommendations.

--Craig


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