CD Reviews: Todd Burge, Sun Kil Moon, The Mother Truckers, The Roots, Frightened Rabbit
“My Lost and Found”
Todd Burge
****
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“Buffalo Skinned by the Kings Men”
— Reviewed by Justin McIntosh
W.Va. native Todd Burge’s often been called the Mountain State’s best folk artist, and while I’ve always respected his work, I haven’t been as ready to hand out such a lofty title. Maybe it’s my own hang-up with hype. Either way, this is Todd’s first album that’s gotten me excited, and for the life of me I can’t figure out why it’s had a different effect. Tim O’Brien again provides support with a variety of instruments; Todd’s lyrics are as wonderfully unique and “home-spun” as always; and musically it all comes together crisp and clean. Album closer, “Buffalo Skinned by the Kings Men,” is what did it for me. If you’re new to TB, give this a spin.
“April”
Sun Kil Moon
****1/2
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“Attack and Release”
The Black Keys
****
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“Same Old Thing”
— Reviewed by Ben Moffat
The Black Keys’ records are made the way records should be. They are quite poss
Fleet Foxes Draw Comparisons to My Morning Jacket
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Snoop Dogg
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“Lovers Come Back”
Happy Chichester
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