Among the sea of bands and singers sailing nowadays through the indie scene under the trendy flag of folk, find a band like The Cave Singers is a balsam to be thanked. Unlike many of their colleagues who use folk and americana just to sound cool enough, this trio from Seattle has no restraints to play folk & country music with no conditions frequently crossing the border with rock. With a basic and direct sound, "Welcome Joy" is a warm album, with no false claims, in which Derek Fudesco and Pete Quirk (who also plays harmonica and melodica) vivacious guitars are accompanied by the soft drums of Marty Lund. With gentle and acoustic pieces like "Summer Light" or "Leap" as well with songs a little bit more rocker and energetic such as "At The Cut" or "Shrine", "Welcome Joy" always maintains a cozy and vibrant mood despite the "simplicity" and, at times, austerity of the music. A good record for those looking for a taste of folk and americana without poses. -CORANNIEIT-
The Cave Singers, Welcome Joy
Matador Records, 2009
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