Norwegian singer embraces pop without sacrificing character.
The third full-length release from Norwegian singer-songwriter Hanne Hukkelberg supposedly draws influence from her previous years playing in a metal band and a slew of post-punk outfits. It is hard to discern any of the metal influences, but the guitars sometimes do have that Wire-y jarring post-punk effect. Field recordings of trains, seagulls, clogs and rocks are strewn throughout the record, and the instruments are tuned purely by ear — there’s no digital perfection to be found here.
Hukkelberg’s previous efforts sounded a little too precious and stripped down, but her vocal style was always enough to hook the listener. Blood From a Stone has more punch, but lacks the vocal range Hukkelberg is capable of. Even though she toned things down to make a pop album, it’s one of the most interesting pop efforts to come out in a long time.
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lmorland wrote:
I agree with this statement. I think this album is great. It's very unique and different but still amazing. I think it has a lot to offer to a wide variety of music lovers!
on Jun 16th, 2009 at 4:04pm Report Abuse
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