THE BURNETTES
We'd Better Be Dreaming
Go-Rock Records
· Ween by association.
Rumour has it that Chris Burnette is a big Ween fan, but while We'd Better Be Dreaming offers some dreamy, almost hallucinogenic, melodies, don't get the brown paint yet. With Cora Burnette taking most of the vocal duties on the album, the result is much sweeter. In fact, the album bears more of a resemblance to material by a Luscious Jackson side-project called the Kostars. (A quick look at the liner notes from their album Klassics With a K confirms that Dean and Gene Ween turn up for a track or two.) With acoustic guitars, jangly hooks and Cora's smoky vocals, The Burnettes bring a seemingly-effortless approach to music that is perfect for floating away on, but still stands up to a dedicated listen. Resting on a bed of tremolo, hushed brush drumming and understated guitar solos, We'd Better Be Dreaming is the perfect bridge between alt rock and alt country.
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