We remember Hope Sandoval from Mazzy Star, the psychedelic indie pop band she formed with David Roback in the early nineties. They never made a breakthrough, but the music was appreciated by a small cult following. Her voice in Mazzy Star was still part of a full band sound, since she makes records with Colm O Coisoig (ex-My Bloody Valentine) as Hope Sandoval & The Warm Inventions, her singing
… is more than ever the center of attention. And you have to be able to handle that voice. Sandoval sings, sighing, groaning and groaning and is constantly at the edge of false. At the best moments of Through The Devil Softly, she manages to create a mysterious nighttime atmosphere. But just as often the result is blank or even downright boring. Despite all warm intentions. (MS)more
