Deradoorian - Mind Raft EP

(photo via Al B Sure Unibrow Foundation)

HANK ALTOGETHER:

File this one under "Can't Possibly Be as Good as their Other Band, Right?" -- Angel Deradoorian, bassist and one part of Dave Longstreth's triad of bewitching Projectors, has a solo project. Who knew? Well, probably a lot of folks, but after listening to Deradoorian's juicy, layered Mind Raft EP (out earlier this year on some label called "Lovepump United," too many jokes) it's pretty clear to see how damn talented this woman is. Not only do Deradoorian's vocals hum around the herky-jerky folk of "Two Doves," they buzz and orchestrate all of Mind Raft EP. If you're listening for an imitation of the Projectors, look elsewhere -- Mars or something. If you're ready for a bit of stoner chamber odes, check out this EP by Angel Deradoorian (number one in your spell check, and your heart).

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