28042014 - Broken Twin "May"

From the tender piano that opens this album you know that you are in for something special. And boy, does "May" by Danish Majke Voss Romme AKA Broken Twin deliver on all accounts! Her vocals on said opening track, "The Aching", have a haunting depth that far more experienced artist would envy her, and that brings to mind the Beth Gibbonses, Margo Timminses and Tori Amoses of the world. There's also hints of Barbara K. MacDonald from long forgotten and mostly underrated part time geniuses Timbuk 3 here! Armed mostly with just her voice, the piano and some tender strings or guitars, she accomplishes more with the poignant simplicity of these ten songs than most other artists do in a lifetime. Her compositions are filled with air, and you can tell that they will grow on repeated listening. This is not just recommended, it's compulsory!