"Introspective raincoat Student Music" by Sugarplum Fairies

a Review by Anna Maria Stjärnell

Sugarplum Fairies is Silvia Ryder and Ben Bohm. Their new album is an enchanting record. Ryder's deceptively fragile vocals lend the music a haunting quality.

"Sugarfree" is a ballad that rests on Ryder's gorgeous voice.

"Tomorrow's Always a Day too late" is a melancholy tale. Its country touches makes me think of Cowboy Junkies.

"Sticky Summer" has a few cabaret-like moments that are very cool.

"Tuesday Headache" maintains the bands laid-back sound. Ryder's sweet voice and Bohm's guitar make magic together.

"Some Girl" is a Velvet Underground-like song that shows Ryder's debt to Nico.

Sugarplum Fairies are a gifted band and this album is a nice listen.

a Review by Amy, Producer, Collected Sounds

Anna Maria Stjärnell sent me her review of this CD one day before it arrived in my mailbox but I feel I must still give my impression.

I love it. I played it for my husband who's response was an enthusiastic, "This is f**king great!" We were both trying to figure out who it reminded us of and though we still have not put our collective finger on it, I know Mazzy Star is in there somewhere. There is also some Belle & Sebastian.

Stand out songs for me are "Sugarfree" and “The State We’re In”.

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