Reviewed by:
smackforall, on june 10, 2008
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Sound: The Dresden Dolls once again acheive a level of musical brilliance that goes unheard in today's popular music. No, Virginia is an album made up of several B-sides and other tracks that, until now, had only ever been played live. I have been a fan of theirs for years, and I was terrified when I heard about this album, but Amanda Palmer and Brian Viglione don't disappoint. The subtle-yet-incredibly-skillful drumming of Mr. Viglione is more powerful than ever, as Ms. Palmer's piano and vocal skills are increasingly apparent. An excellent album, and a must-have. // 10
Lyrics and Singing: Amanda's lyrics in this album are mainly made up of true stories, ranging from a German friend's Internet relationship with a Texas teenager to the first part of Truce, about a relationship gone wrong, and even further to a paedophilic organist from Amanda's childhood. Amanda Palmer's voice draws in the listener, and makes him feel as though she is singing directly to him. // 9
Impression: It is impossible to compare the Dresden Dolls to anything else out today. Some of my favorite tracks are Night Reconiassance (about stealing lawn decorations for use in a puppet theatre), Gardener (about manhood), and Sheep Song (about insomnia). The only thing I dislike about the album isn't about the music itself, but the fact that the liner notes are sold seperately in a monstrous book called the Virginia Companion. I would buy this album again and again. // 10
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