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From the very first moment I played this CD, I was left breathless! It's just so so so lovely.
Carte Blanche is Richard Cranch and Dana Kruse, and after listening to this CD, I'd have to say those two are very, very much in love! This debut EP opens with the moody, atmospheric "I'll Take A Chance" which reminds me so much of the song "Saturday" from my beloved-Yo La Tengo's "And Then Nothing..." album --- another band with a happy couple at the songwriting helm. The shimmery 70's-pop-sound of "Lucky" reminds me so much of Ivy, yet another fave band with two people in love! And Dana's sweet soaring vocals on "Everyone Around" remind me of Chimera. I don't think there was a couple in that band though. ;)
Richard and Dana are both excellent musicians, the songs are gorgeously crafted, and they trade off lead vocals beautifully. It's so so so beautiful! One of my favorite things I've heard so far this year. (janice.02.04)
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