[.ca] Wreck Of The Day

From Amazon.com:
Twenty-year-old Anna Nalick is the rare artist who makes you want to grab pop music's wheels by the spokes so they'll stop spinning so fast. "Wait," the 11 songs on this debut disc say collectively to the newly initiated, "there's something substantial here." An onslaught of substance is more what it feels like, actually, and it grabs hold early. Though each of these songs is distinctive enough to avoid congealing with the others into a gorgeous glop of introspection, heavy sighs, and reflection, leadoff track and first single "Breathe (2 A.M.)" works small wonders as a flagship song. Its simple, lonely piano swirls into guitars that stop just short of rocking, allowing plenty of room for Nalick's unaffected voice to spill in. When it does, the music turns forest-thick and dreamy--influences run the Tori Amos indie singer-songwriter gamut, with streaks of Jewel and Alanis Morissette spiking out--but there's a naturalness and urgency to her singing that saves every chorus and verse from clouding over. Now that she's cautiously alighted into pop territory, sophisticated listeners will do well to dust off their welcome mats. --Tammy La Gorce

Fantastic Newcomer:
This is one of those cds that you can start to listen to and start enjoying right away. Also one of those cds that you will listen to over and over again. I'm trying to think of who to compare her to...can't think of anyone. But a great cd to listen to for those after a break up. I'm just regretful that when she was in town I didn't go see her since I had just bought the cd that same week. I'm sure the next time she makes it to town it will be at a bigger venue and the ticket will cost a bit more. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for her next upcoming music!

Anna Nalick Has Luminescent Album:
Anna Nalick's album "Wreck of the Day" with its smash hit "Breathe" is absolutely luminescent. Her lyrics are smart, thoughtful and passionate, and her talent is apparent in her composition and styling. Her voice is velvet, and carries one away with its gentleness and quiet conviction.

• Breathe (2 AM)
• Citadel
• Paper Bag
• Wreck Of The Day
• Satellite
• Forever Love (Digame)
• In The Rough
• In My Head
• Bleed
• Catalyst
• Consider This