When I read that Polly Jean’s latest album was mainly piano-driven I had visions of another Tori Amos (who I’ve rarely appreciated), thankfully it’s not. Her themes remain dark and her use of the piano doesn’t lighten the mood.
Broken Harp is in the English folk tradition, and the beginning of White Chalk briefly brings to mind Mazzy Star. On The Mountain the combination of piano and harp create a haunted sound (not to mention PJ’s banshee wail). It takes a little while to adjust to her new approach but it does reward by sticking with it. Still, I won't be putting it on for a laugh.
Rated /5 on Dec 06 2007
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