"From the Padded Cell of Suburbia" by Apryl Electra

a Review by Amy Producer of Collected Sounds

This is one instance where the cover image has you expecting something other than what is actually inside. Judging by Apryl Electra's look I was expecting punk or at least hard-ish rock. But this is actually more of a pop-rock album. A great one at that. I've been pretty addicted to it since I first listened.

There's just enough edge to her music to make her really interesting while still being pretty close to mainstream appeal. Plus she's a piano player and that's always appealing to me.

Great strong, yet pleasant voice. The songs are very well written and interesting. The songwriting reminds me a little of Jonatha Brooke (especially on "Kiss the Wind") but more piano based and with a harder edge.

"Who's Keeping Score" is kind of discordant and very cool. She puts just enough electronica in to jazz up the songs a little without overpowering them.

This is a great record for those who enjoy well written pop-rock music with great vocals and lots of energy.

Posted on January 18, 2006