REVIEW: CocoRosie - The Adventures Of Ghosthorse & Stillborn

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CocoRosie

Brooklyn based indie rock sisters Sierra and Bianca Casady have come back from seperate side projects to record a follow up to 2005's stellar 'Noah's Ark', to be released on Touch And Go records on April 10th. The sound that CocoRosie concoct is like a collage of several different styles, with elements of classical, dreamy pop, nu-folk, and even hip hop. On paper it is a musical trainwreck, but on record it is at times gorgeous and haunting, and never boring.The sisters Casady prove they are capable of covering all aspects of the emotional spectrum as well. From the silly, playful 'Japan' to the beautiful and emotional 'Miracle' the disc shifts gears, often suddenly, but never losing steam. CocoRosie even call on famous friend Devendra Barnhart, who co-wrote the slightly over the top track 'Houses'.The stand out tracks are the ethereal 'Promise' and the beautifully crafted 'Werewolf' with its multi-layered beats and perfect vocals. There are a few minutes of self-indulgence, like the take it or leave it mostly instrumental number 'Bloody Twins', but those moments are quickly erased from your mind by the overall excellence of this record. A must have for any music lover looking for something slightly left of center of most of the pop music being produced today.

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Amy Honey says wow, this is gorgeous. i've been becoming quite sick of the "googoo gaagaa" vocal singing style that seems to be so common these days, but the juxtaposition of the two vocals styles here has a redeeming quality that i'm appreciating. and the music itself is very layered and richly textured. i really liked Noah's Ark too... can't wait to hear more of this.

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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DUSTdevils says the center must be moved a little to the left then...

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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SatisfiedMind614 says I know what you mean Amy...I love the vocals and I love the lush production...just gorgeous...the whole record is SO good

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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wev says thanks for yet another artist i have to have for my collection.

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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SatisfiedMind614 says Oh man...if I stopped to add up all of the money that I have spent on music I learned about on MOG...it would actually be depressing!

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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Mike the Knife says Yeah. One more goodie courtesy of MOG in general and Blair in particular, and I ain't complaining. These are some crazee cool sounds.

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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Killa says oh how exciting! much like joanna newsom the first listen for me was automatically met by a rolling of the eyes. but i didnt give up, i dont want to be so dismissive. then i grew to love noah's. you've convinced me to pick this up. that is all.

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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Wanbli says I can't wait for the release. This track is sweet

Permalink posted 03/19/2007
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LadyC says great review. it's a fantastic follow-up. just got ticks to see them in june, can't wait!

Permalink posted 03/20/2007
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mktackabery says This is really great Blair, gotta get it now. eMusic has Noah's Ark and what looks like the first one, La Maison de Mon Reve; which one do you recommend for a first buy?

Permalink posted 03/20/2007
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SatisfiedMind614 says I like Noah's Ark better...but I have that up on Multiply,, so you may one to grab the other!

Permalink posted 03/20/2007
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mktackabery says excellent idea! thanks B.

Permalink posted 03/20/2007
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mund0tronica says stellar. think candles, shadows, and crisp fall sundays in the sheets.

Permalink posted 04/09/2007
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Assylem420 says this song is felt deep within me....it's purely genuine and the lyrics shine truth and closure

Permalink posted 04/19/2007