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Receive e-mail alerts from the THE PORTRAITS Fan Club - powered by Botablog The Portraits' sound, though many say easy on the ears, is one we, the band, struggle to define. However, thanks to the wonders of music reviews websites, hundreds of listeners have sent in the recipe: 1) Boil one set of Ben Folds or Damon Albarn vocals 2) Gently stir in multi-layered Mamas and Papas harmonies to taste 3) Reduce the heat 4) Pour in a generous helping of McCartney and Brian Wilson tunes, and a little Yusuf for flavour 5) Fold in one whole Beautiful South greatest hits CD 6) Allow to cool, and serve immediately with some typically English lyrical irony. The band is built around a songwriting partnership we set up ten years ago, based currently in Western Europe. After a decade writing and performing together, the release of our new 11-track CD album "Kin" in the Autumn (Fall) of 2006 follows a number of life changing events, and reflects in something of a "stiff upper lip British way" on a number of aspects of family, notably of loss, of using humour to come through bereavement, and of making the most of the time you have. Sounds heavy? Sonically, you might be surprised...
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Review of "Kin" by Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com!
| POSTED BY: xavierpersad | POSTED ON: 03 Oct 2007 10:35 AM | ||
 “Kin” by the alluring Portraits is a masterful acoustic-pop collection! The tracks on this CD are a combination of serene soundscapes, flowing melodies, heavenly harmonies, and memorable lyrics! “Cogs and Wheels” best shows The Portrait’s soothing and angelic vocal arrangements and harmonies. One of the most appealing aspects of “Kin” is its compelling instrumentation, namely graceful acoustic guitars and grand pianos as demonstrated by songs like “August Tear” and “Michael.” Profound, thought-provoking lyrics provide depth and texture. Quality production marked by creativity and skill places “Kin” on the top! After listening to this CD, fans of Ben Folds, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and the Beach Boys will find themselves begging for more! -Xavier P. and RadioIndy.comCheck out THE PORTRAITS's music on RadioIndy.com with link to purchase and links to popular sites |
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