While I was working on playlists -- including being unable to countenance not using Dr. Something's "Here Comes Count Dracula" -- I realized that I have had Dr. Something's lockdown EP on my listen list since March (a bit before I started doing reviews again).
The solution was obvious.
I did know that Alison had been creating space monster art, so I was not completely surprised at the cosmic themes. They are most obvious in the second track, "Oort Cloud". However, I think the track that best captures the feelings of the quarantine and other aspects of this past time period is "Grip":
Holding onto this world, though it's cruel, please be soft,
Help my grip; keep us from falling off!
It is a non-denominational prayer for 2020 and beyond.
I remain impressed by the beauty and clarity of Alison's voice. Checking in with her silly-sad chamber pop is always worthwhile.
Light-years to the Next Star is currently available at https://drsomething.bandcamp.com/album/light-years-to-the-next-star. Dr. Something's entire catalog can be downloaded for $16.80.
Links:
https://drsomething.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/drsomething
https://www.facebook.com/drsomethingmusic
https://twitter.com/DrSomething
Previous reviews:
https://sporkful.blogspot.com/2015/05/band-review-dr-something.html
https://sporkful.blogspot.com/2019/11/concert-review-dr-something.html
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