Terrascope reviews HOPEY!

Terrascope reviews HOPEY!
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ALLYSEN CALLERY – HOPEY

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Hailing from New England, Allysen Callery is a friend of Marissa Nadler and it was Marissa who suggested she got in touch.
I am so glad she did, for her album "Hopey" is a sparkling collection of west coast folk gems that gets better with every listen.
As soon as the sweet melodies of "Feathertouch" fill the air, it is apparent that here is an artist with an ear for a good tune, a delicate touch and a definite love for Joni Mitchell,
something that manifest itself in the quality of the songwriting rather than Allysen merely copying a style.

On "Another Girl At The Bar", the lyrics are a statement of intent and confidence stating "I can play guitar better than you" although the addition of "Just make me blue" suggests a sadness at the core of the song.

Else where I am reminded of the bitter-sweet songs of Kristin hersh, especially on the beautiful "Midway", a song worth the price of entry on its own.
There is plenty more to enjoy however, in fact pick any song and you will enjoy some sweet sadness, soft smiles, and a wonderful glimpse of sunshine.
Perfect music for a drive through the desert, or in my case a lazy afternoon in a sunlit lounge.