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Heffa/Vector/Warner Bros. ( November 14, 2006 ), Genre: Folk
Personnel: Damien Rice (vocals, guitar, clarinet, piano, Fender Rhodes piano, Wurlitzer piano, percussion); Lisa Hannigan (vocals); Joel Shearer (electric guitar); Cora Venus Lunny (violin, viola); Vyvienne Long (cello); Shane Fitzsimons (bass instrument, double bass). Damien Rice's debut proved the Irish singer-songwriter capable of constructing a memorable album of delicate acoustic folk songs that were both simple and powerful. The artist's sophomore release, 9, continues in a similar vein, with Rice turning in a batch of tunes that tread the same poignant, melancholic territory, utilizing spare arrangements that highlight his chiming acoustic playing and hushed, intimate singing. Even when backed by an electric guitar ("Me, My Yoke, and I") or adding variety by including vocalist Lisa Hannigan, Rice's approach is restrained and reflective. At its best, as on the chilly confessional "The Animals Were Gone" or the woozy, bleary shuffle of "Gray Room," 9 matches its predecessor. But even when not making...
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9 is the extraordinary follow-up to young Irish singer-songwriter Damien Rice's critically acclaimed 2003 debut album O-which sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, including more than one million in the U.K. The single "9 Crimes" will have its network television debut on the hit ABC show Grey's Anatomy in the November 23rd episode..
Not quite as endearing as his raw and seductive 2002 debut, O , the second full-length album by Irish troubadour Damien Rice finds him taking a more slapdash approach to his lyrics and arrangements, with balmy tracks like "Rootless Tree," "Coconut Skins," and "Me, My Yoke, and I" seemingly made up and recorded on the spot. Strange then that it took so long for 9 to actually arrive, with just a handful of odd collaborations (Tori Amos, Herbie Hancock) and one promising benefit single ("Unplayed Piano") to hold fans over during the four-year delay. Nothing here quite achieves the lush poetry on display there, although Rice and his singing companion Lisa Hannigan come close with the creepy opening track "9 Crimes" and the damaged whisper-to-a-scream ballad, "Elephant." --Aidin Vaziri .
Artist: Damien Rice
Record Label: Heffa/Vector/Warner Bros.
Genre: Folk
Release Date: November 14, 2006
Number of Discs: 1
Song List: Disc 1: 9 CrimesAnimals Were GoneElephantRootless TreeDogsCoconut SkinsMe, My Yoke and IGrey RoomAccidental BabiesSleep Don't Weep
High contrast to "O" that renews my interest in artist
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It was with a bit of trepidation that I purchased this CD, since I had heard mixed reviews from friends and read several negative reviews from critics. I fell in love with a couple of songs on "O" and found many of the others simply okay. But I decided to purchase "9" after listening to short sound clips from a couple of songs.
It definitely did not disappoint. Haunting, moving, rousing, heart-breaking...these are some of the words I would use to describe the songs. I think this CD is a bit more raw and definitely has an edgier, harder sound on a couple of songs.
I would recommend it, especially if, like me, you found "O" just a tiny bit boring after a few listens. I think this CD will manage to hold my attention quite a bit longer.
Dec 01, 2008
Great CD
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While I do prefer "O" to "9", this CD is still very remarkable. Damien Rice was bold with this CD, especially with his "Rootless Tree" where he swears "F*** you, f*** you, f*** you, and all we've been through. Leave it, leave it, leave it. It's nothing to you. And if you hate me, hate me, hate me, then hate me so good that you can let me out." Although the swearing is definitely loud and bold, it is sung in a remarkable, breathtaking way that just makes you want to scream it at the top of your lungs. This is an amazing song for after a break up. This song got me through a really tough time when the guy I loved for two years told me we couldn't be together anymore. Naturally, I usually run for the sappy love songs that either talk about two people falling deeply in love or someone being alone for the rest of their life, but instead, I opted for "Rootless Tree" and my heart sped the entire time I had it on repeat. Damien Rice's music is theaputic.
Nov 24, 2008
