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| CD REVIEW EDITH FROST · Second album from 33-year-old Texan country folk songstress, who is now the queen of Chicago's music scene. · Guests include two members of the Drag City all-star team: Ryan Hembrey (Jive Council) and Rian Murphy (Chestnut Station, Mantis, Palace, Plush, Smog, Dolomite). A scratch 'n' sniff sticker of what heartache smells like is the only thing missing from Edith Frost's breathtakingly thorough album. Confessional songs about getting closer to love or being brushed off or being in love or letting wistful tears drop into the dust. Like laying on a grassy hill and gazing up into the sky trying to make sense out of clouds, stars or your own life, Frost delivers stunning intimacy to the listener. Serene and mellow, Telescopic is delicate but gripping, purely endearing and saturated with sincerity. A bit of twang, a touch of lo-fi and a pinch of lulling feedback imbues every second with subtle beauty. Her weightless voice is crisp and flawless - simple, tender vocals with minimalist lyrics about love and loneliness make this introspective collection a bittersweet indulgence of emotion. Fans of Elliott Smith and Lisa Germano should not overlook this cowgirl's stirring masterpiece. If the lyrics don't make your heart sink, the caressing melodies and Frost's guileless voice will... and it hurts so good. 5/5 |