Thoughts on music

This blog is intended to do "exactly what it says on the tin" so below are some of my 'Thoughts on Music'. They predominantly concern recent matters but will not always do so. I'll also happily turn to matters of the music industry more generally if and when I feel so inclined. So there! If you don't agree with something please feel free to add a comment. They are moderated by me (so I'll get to read it) and I might even reply. Above all however just enjoy whatever music you like! Richard

Monday, March 02, 2009

Doubtful Comforts - Blue Roses

Doubtful Comforts, the first single to be released by Blue Roses under her new moniker, is out now and I've just been listening to it. It is a single sided 7" and is another worthy addition to the music of Laura Groves. I haven't yet worked out quite which instrument(s) she is playing, let alone the lyrics.
It is sung in a high register that, were it not so natural and unforced, might be be seen as showing off. It isn't; neither will I mention the comparison that came to my mind.

This is sure to appear on the album Blue Roses as will, I suspect, one or all of those that I have mentioned before. This does not guarantee commercial success but it looks like being one mighty début album nevertheless.