The Unthanks - In Winter (2024)
The Unthanks' album In Winter offers a contemplative journey through the season's varied moods, blending traditional folk songs with original compositions. Recorded over a week on the North York Moors, the album features 19 tracks that range from well-known carols like "O Tannenbaum" to lesser-known pieces such as "Gower Wassail." The arrangements are noted for their haunting beauty and innovative instrumentation, including the evocative use of saxophone by Faye MacCalman, which adds a distinctive texture to tracks like "Carol of the Beasts." Critics praise the album for capturing both the warmth and melancholy of winter, creating a rich tapestry that reflects the band's Northumbrian roots. Overall, In Winter stands as a testament to The Unthanks' ability to reinterpret traditional material while infusing it with their unique artistic vision.
Country: UK
Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 292th / 925
Highlight: Carol of the Beasts
Made me think of:
Sinead O'Connor
Laïs
Steeleye Span
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