Semi-Free
Country of origin:
U.S.
Type of music generally:
Lo fi, ethereal jazzy, folky
Status:
Most recent release, First Ones (2011)
See also:
Janine Nichols's Semi-Free site
Comparisons:
Joni Mitchell, Jane Siberry, Mary Margaret OÕHara
Covers/own material:
Own and covers
General comments:
Fascinating, folky and enjoyable music. (stjarnell@yahoo.com)
Recommended first album:
The First Ones EP is their debut
Recordings:
First Ones (2011)
First Ones
Release info:
2011
Availability:
See Janine Nichols's Semi-Free site
Ecto priority:
Highly recommended
Group members:
Janine Nichols—vocals, rhythm guitar
Brandon Ross—Yamaha Silent guitar, acoustic Guitar
Charlie Burnham—violin, Indian bells. conch shell
Guest artists:
Doug Wieselman—bass clarinet
Kenny Wollesen—Howitzer shells, wind wand, Whirly tube, SuperBall
Produced by:
Janine Nichols with Kathryn Dreier
Comments:
Janine Nichols' band play jazzy, highly poetic music with a very appealing sound. "Sigh of relief" is an intriguing, dreamy drift of a song with a strong mood that recalls early Jane Siberry. "Do as I do" is a folksy song with a distinctive feel that's unique. John Sebastian's "Darling be home soon" gets a sensitive reading, that's very jazzy and loose, Nichols' gorgeous vocals at the centre. "The grey funnel line" closes the album on a good note; it's a song by Cyril Tawney, sung in a beautiful way. It's light and almost improvisational, and highly expressive. It's a great album. (stjarnell@yahoo.com)
Thanks to Anna Maria Stjärnell for work on this entry.
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