I had heard good things about The Staves, so I bought their CD, taking a risk. Sometimes this is the only way to discover new talent.
From the first track, the sound was very drums-heavy; not always a bad thing, but as the album progressed, and the drums persisted, I began to notice that the mixing wasn't giving the 3 singers a fair stage. Yes, you can still hear them, but they are lost in a messy overall sound, with not enough light and shade. Some of the keyboard sounds are rather clumsily portrayed.
The playing is technically good, if a bit pedestrian, and the singing is OK. I just wish that I could remember some of the songs; they were all of a similar weight, and emotionally it felt dark and negative overall. There weren't enough hooks or tunes for me, but then I've heard thousands of bands, and it takes a lot to be special.
To be fair, the songwriters are still young and learning their craft. There's room for better material, I feel, and the fact that their sounds incorporate all types of instruments, mixed in with modern electronica effects, may mean that they're still finding their feet. I hope so. They look good, and who doesn't love three-part harmony singing?
I wanted to like this album, but I don't, sorry. If you like folk with a slight rock twist, there are other bands out there dying for your attention, and your hard-earned cash.
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Mac MacLaren
Bit of a let down
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 March 2021Verified Purchase
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Great cd
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2021Verified Purchase
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Dafni Patrikas
Signed copy that was a good surprise! ❤️
Reviewed in Germany on 27 February 2021Verified Purchase
Signed copy that was a good surprise! ❤️
Reviewed in Germany on 27 February 2021
What can I say! I was so excited to get this vinyl, especially when I realized that it is a signed copy!!! I am in love!Reviewed in Germany on 27 February 2021
The sound is also very good, no skips, no scratches! Perfect condition!
Thank you ladies (of The Staves)! ❤️❤️❤️
I am excited for COVID to end so that I can see them live in Germany performing this album!
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Bonne musique
Reviewed in France on 13 March 2021Verified Purchase
