With members of the and the 2014-defunct , Chicago's Whitney can be called an indie supergroup with a little imagination. For those who immediately get visions of ego-tripping musicians and difficult hassle: not necessary! Debut CD Light Upon The Lake actually sounds uncomplicated and summery, a bit like did that roughly ten years earlier. In fact, before you know it, it is already over. This is
… partly because the record only lasts half an hour, but also because it is so deceptively nice to listen to. Deceptive because after a few spins the ten songs turn out to have nestled deep in your subconscious mind. Without exception they are strong and easy to handle, although you have to be able to handle the high vocals of Julian Ehrlich. It is all American indie, with a hint of country, and as a bonus the horn section, who give songs like No Woman, The Falls and Red Moon a pleasant 'Chicago soul' look. (RME)more
