Inside World Music: “heady rhythm section with a dark groove”
Posted on October 8, 2013
“This is a top recording for fans of Americana folk/rock or bands such as Evanescence, Cranberries, Nina Gordon, and Jace Everett.” ~ Matthew Forss, Inside World Music
Washington-based, Solveig & Stevie are Solveig Whittle and Stevie Adamek. Solveig is the lead vocalist and lyricist, while Stevie is a musician with producer credits. Zombie Lover is an album with seven songs that contain mostly Solveig’s vocals throughout. The music represents pop and rock concoctions that contain a good degree of electronic, folk, dance, and alternative elements. There are guitars, drums, electronic programming, bass, and flutes that fill in the melodies. “Zombie Lover” opens with a grungy bass intro and heady rhythm section with a dark groove and female vocals that are rather light, yet authoritative.
The rolling guitars, percussion, and poetic vocals create an Evanescence-meets-Cranberries brew with a soulful folk vein. The rock grooves are reminiscent of Jace Everett, too. At any rate, the music is very moving, mysterious, and memorable. “Creation” opens with a light guitar tone and electronic blurbs and echoing, female vocals that are soft, soulful, and pop-focused. The background swishes and atmospheric adornments lend an almost New Age feel to the music. Solveig’s female vocals are sweet and clear, which are surprisingly reminiscent of Native American singer/songwriter, Annie Humphrey-Jimenez. The miscellaneous background sounds of water, animals, and rocks probably connote the creation of the world. The environmental noises coalesce perfectly with the New Age flutes, electronic embellishments, and Solveig’s angelic voice.
The keyboard adds a few soft touches to the music with a slight dance or pop theme straight out of the 1980’s. However, the song is still rather futuristic and modern. “Keep Your Eyes On Your Heart” begins with a few guitar strums and tambourine-like sounds. A blend of mixed vocals produced in a folksy setting resembles a power-pop anthem. The combination of vocals and guitars creates a full sound with lots of texture and catchy hooks. [Read more…]
