(This Is Why) I Can't Wear White 7''
Frenchkiss
2012
Rating: 8 devilish talons out of 10
I love all things Jenn Wasner, from her work with her main band Wye Oak to this solo offshoot called Flock of Dimes. I was particularly stoked to be digging through the Amoeba bargain bins on a recent trip to SF and snagged a copy of her/their first seven inch (I'm never sure how to refer to bands that only have one member...). Given what a commanding performer she is regardless of band name, it would be hard not to make Wye Oak comparisons here, although this music is a little more upbeat/electronic/almost dancey compared to her parent act. The vocals still sound like Wasner though so those comparisons are going to be there no matter what. Both tracks, the title song and the b-side "15" are excellent and worth seeking out. So far she's only released three seven inches so hopefully a full-length record will make an appearance at some point in the near future.
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