Cozy Up To Some Cuddle Magic
Picture, the sophomore album by the “psychedelic chamber folk ensemble” Cuddle Magic, is set for release February 9, 2010.
Cuddle Magic is a group consisting of a number of talented musicians from the northeast area, many of them coming from the New England Conservatory. The music Cuddle Magic produces dwells under the shadow of no specific genre, instead touching upon many styles such as avant-pop, jazz, classical, and world music. Cuddle Magic’s esoteric approach to music may only appeal to certain listeners; however, there is something to be said for the unique qualities of Picture, which can be appreciated by most, if not all.
The instruments used on the album include violins to vibraphones, banjos to basses and much more—all of with are professionally played and seamlessly arranged. The vocals are calming, reminiscent of Simon and Garfunkel, with whimsical yet strangely poetic lyrics, such as “whitened germs in a vacuum/chewing Happydent gum”; it makes less sense until listened to. Several songs from the upcoming album can be heard on the band’s website (www.cuddle-magic.com).
Cuddle Magic’s Picture is made up of some very experimental music but the lush and beautiful soundscape is an experiment to be considered a success.
Cuddle Magic with be appearing along with Boca Chica December 9 at Modern Formations in Pittsburgh.
~Logan Thomas