In the moving 2006 film , singer was seen as a vacuum cleaner repairman who wanders around outside office hours as a street musician. The music he made in this romantic drama was the result of a collaboration with the Czech singer , who also had a major role in the hit movie. In the real world, Hansard and Irglová have been touring as The Swell Season ever since. Strict Joy is their second album
… and a logical continuation in terms of songs and sound. The harmony vocals of Hansard and Irglová are still in the center and are supported by a bed of acoustic guitars, piano and violins. The result is an entertaining and atmospheric album where you can dream away wonderfully. It is not always exciting, but especially when Irglová fulfills the lead vocals The Swell Season proves that it can also shine outside the silver screen. (JE)more
