Violet Truth
Candy Coated
© 2000 Buffalo Queen Records (809207516921)
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A combination of sweet atmospheric melodies and jangly, twang infused rock...
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- 1 Waterproof
- 2 I Could Cry
- 3 Shelter
- 4 Another Lonely Girl
- 5 Minnesota
- 6 I Might Go
- 7 Fragile
- 8 Novice
- 9 One or the Other
- 10 Truly
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Violet Truth sit somewhere between The Sundays and Shawn Colvin with "warm, sensuous female vocals wrapped around incandescent melodies" encompassing moments that transcend.
This Hoboken New Jersey based foursome offer up their 2nd record (Oct. 2000), which has been described as "An impressive collection...that literally sends shivers".
Masterfully produced by James Mastro (of The Health & Happiness Show & formerly of The Bongos)"Candy Coated" displays all the talents of Violet Truth to full effect and was named one of the top 20 releases of 2000 by Jim Testa of Jersey Beat Magazine. The album has recieved National radio play and charted on stations across the U.S. and Canada.
Violet Truth has toured the southern U.S. and east coast extensively, opening for major label artists such as Freedy Johnston.
In 2002, Violet Truth finished writing and recording their third album on live radio, so shoot Victoria an email if you're interested in a copy.
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A cd that makes you smile!
author: Mike JonesThe latest release from Violet Truth is one of those "feel good" releases. Start to finish, the songs on here could be the soundtrack to a great summer. The opening track "Waterproof" simply cannot be heard just once, you will be hitting the repeat button over and over. As with much of this cd, Waterproof could be a huge hit. The tight rhythm section combined with unique vocals make this one of those cds you will hear in your head all day long. It was nice to hear a refreshing and positive sound on Candy Coated. Songs like "I Could Cry" "Another Lonely Girl" and "Novice" are not only tight musically, but from a lyrical standpoint as well. The writing on here has a very "close to home" vibe to it in which most of us could relate to. Vocalist Victoria is very convincing in her singing, pulling you in just a little more as each track clicks by, taking you high, low, and high again throughout the album. The production is top notch, and the cd is packaged better than most major label releases, complete with lyrics. If you are looking for a band that can make you smile, look no further than Violet Truth.
Tunes that you will find yourself humming and hitting the repeat button for.
author: Jacqueline Evans Of WomenrockTheir newest release Candy Coated, is a sweet and sometimes bittersweet look at life. With their Folk/Rock and slightly Alternative sound, Violet Truth is making their way in the world of original music. These are tunes that you will find yourself humming and hitting the repeat button for. This thoughtfully produced and arranged CD marks a new chapter for the Hoboken, NJ based foursome.
"warm, sensuous female vocals wrapped around incandescent melodies"
author: Jim Testa From Jersey BeatJersey Beat -November 2000 Violet Truth - Candy Coated - Hoboken will always miss Tiny Lights but happily Violet Truth follows in the same tradition - warm, sensuous female vocals wrapped around incandescent melodies. Candy Coated's pop shimmer shows real growth from the band's first CD; Victoria Crago's vocals have grown sweeter, more confident, and more mature. This is an exquisite CD, from the heartland anthem "Minnesota" to the wistfully bittersweet love ballad "I Might Go". James Mastro's production adds the perfect touch of country twang and folkie jangle. Play this at bedtime and you're guaranteed sweet dreams.
This album is really excellent
author: Mike Doktorski From The New Brunswick UndergroundMike Doktorski from The New Brunswick Underground - May 2000 This album is really excellent - and Violet Truth refreshingly doesn't really fit in with the NJ Indie rock scene. Mostly alt-country sensibility a la Wilco or the Jayhawks with one song sounding like something off Magical Mystery Tour complete with the fade-out/fade-in Iamthewalrus ending. Very cool.
Bright and shiny electric notes over nice acoustic jangle
author: Listen.comlisten.com - May 2000 Bright and shiny electric notes over nice acoustic jangle, and a smooth belting female front woman. I wish my older sisters would have given me advice like this...
"Passionate vocals, pulsing rhythm and great instrumentation."
author: Les Reynolds From Indiemusic.comIndie-music.com - September 2000 Energetic. Flowing. Those two words come to mind on Violet Truth's 10-song release. This dynamic New Jersey group, fronted by Victoria Crago, can switch from pop rock to folk rock with ease. Victoria's voice goes right along with it. Flow. That's the word. Her soprano-alto vocals seem perfect for every tune and she exhibits a wonderful high-note range (as on the opener "Waterproof"), the down-n-dirty grit of Janis Joplin (on "Another Lonely Girl") to sounding like Heart's Ann Wilson on "Minnesota." Victoria's vocals just attach themselves to your heart and grow on you. By the time all 10 songs have been played, it's obvious that this one gorgeous voice! (It works the same with the infectious melodies, too.) Another thing that's evident is the superb, crystal clear production work -- no lyric sheet is needed. Victoria's perfect pronunciation certainly helps in that area. James Mastro has done a great job in keeping everything separate yet simultaneously creating a cohesive sound -- tight, polished and spirited. The pick for the CD's best tune? "Minnesota" -- hands down. It has the flow of a river, controlled passionate vocals, pulsing rhythm and great instrumentation. And vocals...did we say passion? Violet Truth. Remember that name. Listen to those lyrics. Hear THAT voice.
An impressive collection of heart-on-sleeve emotion swathed in imagery.
author: The AquarianVIOLET TRUTH / Candy Coated (CT10) An impressive collection of heart-on-sleeve emotion swathed in imagery a less-precocious Natalie Merchant might've concocted, there are moments here that transcend and literally send shivers. Masterfully produced by James (Health & Happiness Show) Mastro, Candy Coated is brimming with brooding, reflective vocals; moody, atmospheric, tunes; a hint of jangle; and deceptively gorgeous melodies that barely conceal the hurt, wonder and sweet-voiced contempt sharp, insightful, hard-hitting vocalist Victoria Crago feels for the same weak-willed, self-centered jerk Aimee Mann always seems to be whining about. - Al Muzer at The Aquarian - September 2000