Oh joy, this reviewers heaven, to be sent a Static Caravan 7″ to review, and although the music contained does not always pander to my tastes, it always seems to surprise, and I find myself entranced.
John Smith has one of those soft husky voices you cant ignore, The Bird And The Worm is a sweet catchy folk number, while the guitar play on No One Knows is quite outstanding, mesmerising in its execution, his voice almost crossing over to blues territory, showing menace in his lyrics. As usual with Static Caravan, exquisite cover art, a limited run of only 400, and two infectious modern folk vignettes make for one great record. Static Caravan continue to release records of originality, one of the mightiest small independant labels in the world. Gorgeous.
Wayne Stronell
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