I am digging the solo debut from Inara George. She was formerly in the bands Lode and Merrick and is rock royalty, as the daughter of guitarist Lowell George of Little Feat. She lives in Topanga Canyon, in Southern California, and seems to be working the same sophisticated pop grooves as Jon Brion. I am posting the track “Genius,” as a fine example of a classic pop. C’mon, you know how hard it is to reach for magnificence in two minutes? The album All Rise also includes a lovely languid version of Joe Jackson’s “Fools in Love.” Read more here.
And while we’re talking about classic pop, the blogosphere is hyping the new Sufjan Stevens album Illinoise, and rightfully so. If you’re catching up, it’s the second installment of his 50 State Project. Here’s another preview for you.
Oh, by the way, allow me to mention in passing how much cooler the original British title of Nick Lowe’s album is.
Inara George – Genius — BUY
Sufjan Stevens – Decatur, Or, Round Of Applause For Your Stepmother! — BUY