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Often mentioned in the same breath as Nick Drake, Liverpudlian folksmith Kathryn William's debut album comes hushed in the same otherworldly mystique as Drake's Bryter Later or Pink Moon, a world away from the kooky clichés of the lucrative singer-songwriter market. Williams is a fiercely independent artist; it's entirely possible that Little Black Numbers would exist, were it not for the unsolicited enthusiasm of the press and the strident patronage of a small, but perfectly formed cult-following. It's easy to see why Williams inspires such adulation, though--Little Black Numbers is warm, unforced, and straight from the heart: "I used to follow you around in a casual way/ Miss good shows on the radio/ Just to see your face", sings Williams, breathlessly infatuated, on "Stood". Tender, never sparse--Williams employs a mini-orchestra of double-bass, cello, saxophone, and a myriad of more exotic percussive instruments--Little Black Numbers is the soundtrack of love lost and love found. Hold it close. -- Louis Pattison
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East West, 89924-2 Jewel Case 12 Track 2001
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
To be honest, I am surprised that not more people have sung the praises of this album on this website. With songs so beautifully put together and affecting as "Soul To Feet", "Fell Down Fast" and "Tell The Truth..."(my personal favourites), this album is more than worthy of it's nomination at last year's Mercury Music Prize.
If you are after intelligent and heartfelt lyrics, with warm melodies and singing (Kathryn's voice is so gentle yet incisive) to match them, then I can only highly recommend this album. Which I do anyway :o)
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Kathryn Willams was a name I had never heard of until her "Mercury Prize" nomination, that alone made what to find out more about this young lady. But when I heard her sing what an angel!, clear sweet vocals with excellent songs written in the most part by herself. Then I read somewhere that she painfully shy and spent alot of the time recording this album in her bed!
Anyway enough of the background stuff, and to the album itself the first track on this self financed album (she is "CAW RECORDS)is a work out for the bass response on your speakers as she has used a CELLO and DOUBLE BASS together and the bass sound is just fantastic!
What an opener to a truly wonderful set of songs, that are both intelligent and entertainig both at the same time something of a rareity in the world of "POP".
So go on treat yourself buy this today and you will not be sorry!...
Anyway enough of the background stuff, and to the album itself the first track on this self financed album (she is "CAW RECORDS)is a work out for the bass response on your speakers as she has used a CELLO and DOUBLE BASS together and the bass sound is just fantastic!
What an opener to a truly wonderful set of songs, that are both intelligent and entertainig both at the same time something of a rareity in the world of "POP".
So go on treat yourself buy this today and you will not be sorry!...
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This has to be one of the best albums that i have bought. From the first song to the last you are completely enchanted by Kathryn's voice and by the strange but magical lyrics. My favourite songs are "soul to feet" and "Flicker" but it is very hard to choose a favourite from this stunning album from this new inspirational artist.
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Just brilliant
Kathryn Williams is an outstanding talent. I really like her natural, genuine approach. You get the feeling that this is an artist who writes honestly about herself and those... Read more
Published on 16 Jun 2009 by Jo
An incredible album to chill out to...
This album from start to finish is absolutely amazing. She's like a cross between Heather Nova, Tori Amos and Fiona Apple. Beautiful lyrics, beautiful music. Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2002
Beautifully constructed in an unassuming way.
KW must be a next generation of folk singers. She's built a beautiful repetoire of gentle ballards that progress into an epiphany of instruments to accompany her songs. Read more
Published on 18 Sep 2001 by Dan
Promising new artist, a good try ......
Williams' Little Black Numbers has a refreshing acoustic sound which creates an intimate soulful mood with fairly tasteful cello, classical guitar and percussion backing. Read more
Published on 2 April 2001
Shows potential
Ok, Let me talk about the good first. There are some brilliant moments on this disk. Notably are Flicker, Fell Down Fast, Each Star We See. Read more
Published on 28 Feb 2001
beautiful and reminiscent
a beautifully crafted piece of story-telling and so simple yet meaningful melodies that after about five listens grabs you and holds you forever. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2001
an atmospheric background album that you have to LISTEN to
Only a little less than pefect (in its boundaries). A well crafted and sumptuously sounding debut with beauteous lyrics and soothing, relaxing music. Very appropriate. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2001
Good effort from modern-day folkster
What with all the talk and the Mercury Prize nomination, I was expecting a lot from this CD. Maybe too much. But it does deliver on some levels. Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2001
Top Knotch
Another elegant slow grower, initial stand out track... then the rest of the album hooks you in. Certainly worth a listen if you're a Beth Orton fan...
Published on 21 Nov 2000 by I. Gardiner
Should have won the Mercury Prize
One of the best albums of the year. Beautiful, cleverly crafted songs, a gorgeous voice, simple acoustic arrangements. Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2000
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