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This is gentle but subtly energetic music, full of gorgeous instrumental interplay and memorable vocal melodies...interlocking guitars, delicate yet effective percussive touches, and single-line textural
elements that blend seamlessly into a shimmering harmonic whole.
James' voice has been rightly compared to those of David Sylvian and Morrissey as it contains both the soft-spoken intimacy of the
former and the elegant desperation of the latter. His lyrics are compact, introspective, and highly personal. –Barry Cleveland, Guitar Player Magazine
Supported by the unique instrumentation
of 8-string guitar, Chapman Stick, electric-upright bass and fretless guitar accompanied by light touches of percussion, tabla, harmonium and cello, the compositions are intricate and daring, combining
melodic patterns with irresistible hooks.
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