Fairy Queen by Kenny Klein © available from www.kennyklein.net $17.00
(U.S.)
This is a "Dark Wave" style with more electric tone than some of Kenny's
other works. My first impression was that I wasn't going to enjoy this
disc. It wasn't my style, or so I told myself. Then I listened to
Kenny's
lyrics. And I discovered that whether he is producing a traditional
ballad
or something a bit (okay, a LOT) more off the wall, his music has the
ability to evoke unexpected responses.
In spite of the fact that I know better than to prejudge anything, I had
to
remind myself that it is necessary to be open to unexpected offerings.
If there is a theme to this disc, I really didn't see it, but that is not
necessarily a bad thing. There are a number of offerings in a variety of
styles, with the op****tunity of appealing to a wide range of tastes.
I heard echoes of Jethro Tull and Steeleye Span on some of the tracks, as
well as a variety of other influences scattered throughout. Not
everything
I heard resonated with me but the overall impression I came away with was
one of satisfaction. I was glad I took an hour to sit back and listen to
what was being offered.
I especially liked "Maria's Not a Catholic Anymore." Although short, it
reminded me of a couple of other songs I have always enjoyed (Dar
Williams'
"Christians and Pagans" and Jim Alan's "Talking Wicca Blues"), both of
which
reflect reality. Then there is "Dead Gerbil Jam".you have to hear this
one.
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