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NEW ALBUM from a Virginia-based quintet who had been called 'America's pre-eminent unsigned band' until recently pacting to Vanguard. This debut for the label is in fact the group's sixth album, the previous five released between 1995 and 2003 on their own label. As well as the customary electric guitar, electric bass and drums format they play a selection of acoustic instruments, the overall effect being described as 'Celtic Rock'. Although there are moments on this album that might be described like that, most of it is simply high quality pop-rock, the 11 songs all being strong lyrically (written by lead singer Barry Privett) and melodically with memorable hooks (arranged by the rest of the group). An altogether radio friendly set that could take off with appropriate airplay. Tracks: Life Less Ordinary / What About Everything? / Changeless / This Is My Song! / Grey Sky Eyes / Raise The Roof / Paloma / One Prairie Outpost / Let Your Troubles Roll By / When I'm Alone / The Sea.
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63 of 65 people found the following review helpful
Another great one from Carbon Leaf
14 July 2004
Format:Audio CD
While not quite as universally strong as their previous album, "Echo Echo" (Download it free from Amazon, you'll like it enough to want to buy it), "Indian Summer" is another extremely strong album from these guys from Virginia. The first few songs on this album, "Life Less Ordinary", and "What about Everything", along with others "Grey Sky Eyes" and "Let Your Troubles Go By" are winners that truly deserve to get the radio airplay to rise above the usual drivel you hear on radio today.
Carbon Leaf is one of the few bands I've heard in the last few years that truly has a new and unique sound. Combining great musicians (the guitar player is phenomenal to watch in concert, at no point do his fingers leave his hands), interesting sets of instruments, and a variety of influences (Celtic, Bluegrass, Country and good old fashioned rock-n-roll), they create a depth and richness of sound that few groups are able to get near.
This album, along with the others in their catalog, has literally been in my player non-stop recently. Check them out. Download their free albums, buy the others. Check out their websites. You won't be sorry.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Indian Summer is a breath of fresh air
10 Sep 2005
Format:Audio CD
Indian Summer by Carbon Leaf is one of the most refreshing and enjoyable albums I've come across in recent years. Much of what passes for popular music these days doesn't do much for me but these folks obviously love what they're doing and are making the most of their opportunity to make a name for themselves and rise above the current breed of "stare at their shoes and moan" bands. Excellent musicianship combined with catchy arrangements and interesting lyrics make for an extra fine album. Dare I say...intelligent acoustic poprock music? Yes - I only wish it was available in SACD or DVD-A format.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
A Talented Group; R.E.M. Influences
9 May 2005
Format:Audio CD
I am always looking for new music to listen to. I grew up with the Beatles and the Stones, but one has to move on. Unfortunately, I am surrounded by the garbage that my daughter listens to (JLo, Janet Jackson and the like), so I always crave new talent. I have relied on recommendations of friends and for awhile was listening to female vocalists, such as Norah Jones and Madeleine Peyroux, both of whom are wonderful in their own genres. Recently, when I asked a friend about a good rock and roll group, he suggested Carbon Leaf. Immediately when I heard this album, I was reminded of R.E.M. and in particular, the voice and lyrics of Michael Stipe. However, after playing this album several times, I realized that Carbon Leaf has their own unique style; their songs are original and thought provoking, and they are remarkable musicians who never disappoint. What makes this album even more enjoyable is that the recording is so clear, well imaged and full of detail. A must hear.
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