no light, no light.

So my blog so far seems to have a theme for redheads - Emma Stone and now Florence Welch, but who doesn't love a fiery redhead?

I should state that I, in no way, intend to 'discover' new music on this blog or pretend like I know what I'm talking about when it comes to the science of music. All I know is what I feel and that's what I'll share with you.

When it comes to Florence + the Machine, the primary adjective that comes to mind is - visceral. I have never heard so many references to body parts in an artist's lyrics, and while that maybe shouldn't be surprising since her first album is titled Lungs and all, it's very reflective of how her songs make you feel. I feel it in my chest and in my gut when she sings with that ethereal voice against the hard-hitting bass and drums; it makes me want to dance barefoot in a cathedral (yes, just like the Drumming Song video).

When I first heard Dog Days Are Over, I thought 'I love this single!' and left it at that. After some time though, I decided to download the first album and I regret not buying it sooner. Every single song on the album hits me differently and is just as emotionally charging as the next. I hope you haven't been like me and just enjoyed the radio hit singles.

Her new album Ceremonials was released 11/1/11 and is incredible, IMHO. My favorite track from the album right now is No Light, No Light. The video (above) has received some controversy due it's portrayal of Voodoo, but I think it's amazing, it illustrates the suspense in the song. Her music, her voice, her lyrics just get better and better and this album is just as striking as the previous.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Download the new album Ceremonials.

Yours truly,
Jen

P.S. I love her bird cage tattoo on her middle finger on her right hand... I think I want one.