What I meant to say was...
author: Andrew Plymale
In The Secret Life of Spiders, it's the music that get's your attention, but it's the profound and pithy lyrics that keep it. While Bellinsky is an original, her music would appeal to fans of Fiona Apple, Laura Veirs, Angelo Badalamenti, et al., or to anyone who appreciates a solid groove or a finely crafted lyric. This is music that hits you on an emotional, gut level, while simultaneously surprising you with fresh intellectual/philosophical insights.
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Skilled songwriting
author: Andy Plymale
In The Secret Life of Spiders, it's the music that get's your attention, but it's the profound and pithy lyrics that keep it. While Ms. Bellinsky is an original, her music would appeal to fans of Fiona Apple, Laura Veirs, Angelo Badalamenti, et al., and to anyone who appreciates a solid groove or a finely crafted lyric. This is music that hits you in the groin and the head simultaneously.
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Itsy Bitsy Spider Packs A Punch
author: Scottdammit
This is an exceptionally well-written and well-played CD. Each song takes a turn at being my favorite, yet fits in so well in context that it is a pleasure to hit repeat at the end of the disc. A word of warning- this CD contains songs of honesty and self-discovery, so it packs an emotional punch. Albeit, one that is wrapped in velvet and leaves you wanting more.
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Will this review cause blindness?
author: Razor
If you write reviews for yourself, will you ultimately go blind, become insane, or grow hair on your palms? I hope not.
The Secret Life of Spiders - buy it, listen to it, love it, but by all means do not use it as a coaster.
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