This is a magnificent album, The Denver, Colarado Trio's second album has a soundscape to die for. We also now have covered two Barbaras. The UK outfit specialise in gentle harmonic Pop, the US version have far wider aims.
All three met as Music students at the University of Denver. That classical training and the influences around at the time has allowed the trio to be something much more than the traditional Guitar, Bass and Drums Trio.
Camilla Vaitaitis's wonderfully breathy vocals are accompanied by Guitar and her Piano Training adds keys. Anna Panella may be the drummer, but her training on Trombone adds a great deal and Bridget Hartman plays Bass, yet is trained on Saxophone.
These multi instruments allow the trio to experiment brilliantly. Plus, having more time on this album than the weekend spent on the debut album, allows a fully fledged listen and the ability to explore unexpected areas. They do this with bravado and experience gained.
Whilst some may label the band Indie Rock, they are a million miles away from what that description would have you believe. There are Prog overtones, songs built on heavy rhythms, but the vocals are as sweet as sweet as can be. You can also hear Shoegaze and Psych, There are hints of Jazz and yet there are also Brazilian Rhythms, particularly with the additional Percussion courtesy of Raul Sanchez.
With the genres covered, don't think that this is some way out album. Every note deserves its place. Instrumentally, the album is untouchable. I have picked my three favourites to embed, but this is an album to be listened to from start to finish for maximum effect. Absolutely Wonderful!
You can listen to and buy the album here.
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