This is an absolutely delicious and delightful first romp with Toronto's favourite noir folk sweethearts. The accuracy with which this record captures the familiar tones and atmospheric idiom of Orbison's era of pop ingenuity, in 2011, is absolutely flooring. With this flawlessly restored sonic facade in place the brilliant songwriting of head Hollie, Donna Linklater, and the innovative instrumentation and arrangements of this unique ensemble are able to be appreciated in the best possible light. That said, it is astonishing how much Linklater's voice and songs take one back to yester-century with their daring simplicity and soaring melodic statement. Songs like Elise, I Can't Stand To See You Cry, A Good Man Like You and This Light of Mind are of the memorable quality to convince listeners they've either heard them in a past life or are transported to forgotten, simpler times upon hearing them. While Canada has had a very strong output this year, this album is one of the most impressive achievements of our current canon. You'll be hearing a more from these gals, I'm sure of it.
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