epic was released late in 2010, and it seems to, just now, be sneaking up on people. It's easy for a record like this to get lost. It's a quiet record that on the surface might sound like a million others, but if you really spend some time with it, the power and timelessness of the 7 songs become apparent.
With little more than an acoustic guitar and 30 minutes, Van Etten shot a flare in the air for people searching and hoping for another great female singer/songwriter.
Recommended If You Like:
Cat Power, Nina Nastasia, Beth Orton, killer songwriting, honesty.
Looks Like:
the girl you heard was taking the MWF Art History class, so you signed up, too.
Feels Like:
finding an old friend.
Smells Like:
Constant Comment tea.
Listen to When:
wearing a Snuggie, or while snuggling, on a cold Sunday morning.
Vinyl the Cat says:
For the few moments this record is playing,
I'm not a wench.
Sharon Van Etten - A Crime
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