My Best of '06 answer in two parts. This is the first in a series of extended entries about those parts.
- A Quiet 'Veneer' from Jose Gonzalez, NPR, 01.23.06Veneer is an exercise in simplicity, with a somber and contemplative tone deepened by an affinity for bossa nova and flamenco. At 27, Gonzalez has aligned himself with folk artists who operate under the belief that quiet truly is the new loud.
- Danity Kane, Teen Ink, 11.06The CD will stand in a high place in music history because of its pure musical perfection. The harmonies all fall into place to create a beautiful sound that intrigues not only the ear, but the mind. By mastering these essentials of music, Danity Kane sets itself apart from other groups.