Bat for Lashes : Two Suns
Bat for Lashes : Two Suns
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Friday, 03, Apr 2009 01:08
Parlaphone, out April 6th.
In a nutshell.
Hypnotic beats and dreamy vocals
What's it all about?
This album explores relationships, love, and internal struggle all care of Khan's breathtaking lyrics that explore the life she has been living, struggles, sorrow, joy, and memories all intertwined.
Who's it by?
Brighton-based musician Natasha Khan is the mastermind behind the experimental music that defines the songs of her pseudonym, Bat for Lashes. At the age of 29, she already has one successful album behind her, 2007's Fur and Gold. Her unique background in music and visual arts has lead to an original style and some outrageous music videos.
Khan has been compared to the likes of Bjork, PJ Harvey, and Fiona Apple.
As an example.
"And when the fires came/The smell of cinders and rain/Perfumed almost everything/We laughed and laughed and laughed/And in the golden blue/Cryin' took me to the darkest place/And you have set fire to my heart." - Daniel
Likelihood of a trip to the Grammys
This album is fresh and original, and has the potential to become huge on the indie scale and is already warranting a significant buzz. However, it is doubtful that this CD will make it to the leagues of the Grammys.
What the others say
"Khan sings beautifully, her voice pure, keening, often quavering with heart-wrenching sorrow." - Telegraph
So is it any good?
Yes, yes, and yes. This album is quite exceptional, and the buzz surrounding it is well deserved.
If you like Imogen Heap, Frou Frou, or any soft electronic music that is fitted with a haunting and unique voice, then yes, you will fancy this disc very much. The lyrics here are solid, touching and poetic, and fit perfectly with the music they accompany.
It is very much an experimental piece, but the experiment works more than successfully for Khan in her sophomore effort. Leading single Daniel is simply stunning and perfectly timed, while Pearl's Dream and Glass also make for highlights.
If this isn't the genre of music you normally listen to, it may take some time to get used to, but even so, it is captivating, and does possess the power to linger and make you wonder what will come next with every track. Give Khan a try, and at the very least, allow her praise for bringing forth something fresh and original.
7/10
Valerie Haberman