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Talent & Originality in 'Traditional' Folk Duo

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4 Jan 8th, 2007 

6 Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful

Advantages:
Cara's beautifully clear voice

Disadvantages:
Starts to sound a little samey after a while .

Recommendable Yes:

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lizdavies

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I first heard Cara Dillon's songbird voice on Radio 2's folk night and was stunned by its clarity and pitch. Her voice really is a delight to listen to - and rest assured, having seen her perform live I can vouch that it is not 'computer-enhanced' but completely natural.

The folk and folk-style tunes are either written by or arranged by Cara's partner Sam Lakeman who accompanies her on piano and guitar. The arrangements are unique and interesting, at times ambient, and sometimes almost orchestral in sound. I particularly love the unusual setting for Black is the Colour, to which Cara brings life and a breath of fresh air.

I feel I must applaud the talent of Sam Lakeman, whose name should have been alongside Cara's on this album, as I believe it is his accomplished arranging and producing talents that truly make this album, but neither can Cara's stunning Irish voice be dismissed out of hand!

Other notable tracks: Green Grows the Laurel - another highly original arrangement, and Lark in the Clear Air.

I would add that after the first few listens, a lot of this album becomes ambient background music for a quiet evening in, however the outstanding tracks remain outstanding.

Highly recommended. 

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MAFARRIMOND 09.01.2007 17:45

sOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING i WOULD ENJOY. mAUREEN

MAFARRIMOND 09.01.2007 17:45

sOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING i WOULD ENJOY. mAUREEN

MAFARRIMOND 09.01.2007 17:45

sOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING i WOULD ENJOY. mAUREEN

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