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Songs From An Attic

A three-artist compilation from Indiana’s Keyhole records, this disk includes the brooding handiwork of Spain's Migala, Greg Weeks' inspiring singer-songwriting and the twisted, lo-fi rock experiments of Tinsel. Migala's "A Fistful" leads off the CD, with rich baritone vocals reminiscent of Peter Murphy with a thick Spanish accent. This Spanish sextet is amazingly good at echoing its American indie-rock peers with simple yet catchy riffs and an enticing vocal style. Fortunately, Migala isn't the only intriguing unknown artist here, as Greg Weeks capably exhibits his lush guitar playing while weaving colorful notes in between thoughtful, sobering lyrics. Weeks’ electrifying, personable style will certainly satiate the Television Personalities void that lingers within your soul. While easily the most enigmatic, Tinsel provides an eerie, effervescent style that begs for your aural attention. This mysterious cartel has stylistic similarities to the other two artists, as an acoustic guitar acts as the musical guide, yet tracks like "Sink" and "Out of the Mirror" stand apart with percussive weirdness and eccentric lyrics. It's a pleasant yet disturbing end to this cohesive compilation of bands, all of whom could possibly be heard on 4AD Records, but are coupled together on Songs From An Attic to produce a unique release.

Various Artists
Songs From An Attic
Keyhole
CD

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Review by Andrew Magilow

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