I echo Anna's sentiments about this fine project.  It's in heavy rotation on
my....iPhone?

Well, it's a modern world, isn't it?  I am still waiting for flying cars, or
at least for a BART extension to San Jose.  

But I digress....let's hear it for Michael Carpenter!

Marty

-----Original Message-----
From: audities-owner@smoe.org [mailto:audities-owner@smoe.org] On Behalf Of
Anna Borg
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:46 PM
To: audities@smoe.org
Subject: Michael Carpenter Redemption #39



I am making a separate post because I didn't want my thoughts on Michael's
cd to get lost in my long ramblings.

As with any artist I follow, it's always a joy to see the growth in each new
release, and Michael doesn't disappoint.  The "Americana/country" (and let's
not forget that one of the top country artists currently is also an Aussie,)
influence adds a gravitas to the sparking, power pop production.  

I think what I like best about this record is that it's a thoroughly modern
affair.  Little elements come through when I wear headphones that keep me
interested and excited.  Sadly, I have bought too many albums lately that
have that great surface sound, but I quickly become bored.  "Redemption #39"
works as a whole album, of course, but the songs really shine when I have my
iTunes on shuffle.  

The influences on some songs are brutally clear sometimes, but a little
homage never hurt anyone.

"Redemption #39" is a great Summer record.  That alone should incite a mad
rush to iTunes/Notlame.com/KoolKatmusik.com we can never have enough great
summer records!

a




Anna Borg  
TallBoy Records 
P.O. Box 27757 
Los Angeles, CA 90027-0757 

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