Clearlake – Amber – Review

May 12, 2006

Amber is a self-described “rock record,” one that forgoes much of Cedars’ introspection for more of an uplifting, going-out-at-night good times vibe.

Adem – Homesongs – Review

December 29, 2004

Hushed, velvety confessions draped atop lonesome acoustic pluckings, their only friend the bewildering prairie that stretches as far as the eye can see.

Clearlake – Cedars – Review

August 16, 2004

Not since The Delgados’ Hate have I heard an album so solid with marvelous structures, every hook and riff irresistible. They bloom, song after song.

The Notwist – Different Cars and Trains – Review

April 19, 2004

This new EP offers remixes and instrumental interpretations of songs from their last full-length, the highly-acclaimed Neon Golden, featuring such guest knob-twiddlers as Four Tet, Manitoba, Loopspool, and the band’s own Console.