In Exclaim, "From the first reverb-laden guitar note on
"Niagara," it's apparent that Ohbijou have created something very
special. Casey Mecija's airy, angelic voice carries the 11 songs, with
pounding percussion ("Sligo"), soaring orchestration ("Balikbayan") and
dreamy melodies ("Obsidian") differentiating one song from the next. The
album peaks on "Turquoise Lake," a track that typifies the maturation
of the band. A slow beat and Mecija's moving voice take a slow waltz as
whirling delay effects and a calming bass line fill the background, then
the tempo changes as a completely new melody takes over; it's a wholly
brilliant song"
Wonderful CD review in Now, "Opening track Niagara sets the tone. The rhythm section is lean and
thunderous, perfectly arranged strings and piano add clouds of suspense,
while Mecija’s voice soars above it all like a sparrow taking flight.
It’s a wonderful balance of loud and quiet, dark and light, dense and
clear that continues through the 11th track"
In Now Magazine, "n a review of Ohbijou’s last album, I lamented the fact that Casey
Mecija seemed to hold back when delivering her delicate vocals and
yearning lyrics. But that’s not a problem on the Toronto orchestral-pop
band’s third album, a sonically bold effort that sees their dynamism
shoot through the roof while keeping intact their trademark hushed
ambience"
Just a reminder to listen to CASEY MECIJA(FROM OHBIJOU) on THIS GREAT WHITE NORTH. It's an ALL CANADIAN music show FRIDAYS 4:30-6pm CST on 91.7 KOOP FM in Austin, Texas. You can listen online at www.KOOP.org.
In Exclaim, "From the first reverb-laden guitar note on "Niagara," it's apparent that Ohbijou have created something very special. Casey Mecija's airy, angelic voice carries the 11 songs, with pounding percussion ("Sligo"), soaring orchestration ("Balikbayan") and dreamy melodies ("Obsidian") differentiating one song from the next. The album peaks on "Turquoise Lake," a track that typifies the maturation of the band. A slow beat and Mecija's moving voice take a slow waltz as whirling delay effects and a calming bass line fill the background, then the tempo changes as a completely new melody takes over; it's a wholly brilliant song"
Wonderful CD review in Now, "Opening track Niagara sets the tone. The rhythm section is lean and thunderous, perfectly arranged strings and piano add clouds of suspense, while Mecija’s voice soars above it all like a sparrow taking flight. It’s a wonderful balance of loud and quiet, dark and light, dense and clear that continues through the 11th track"
In Now Magazine, "n a review of Ohbijou’s last album, I lamented the fact that Casey Mecija seemed to hold back when delivering her delicate vocals and yearning lyrics. But that’s not a problem on the Toronto orchestral-pop band’s third album, a sonically bold effort that sees their dynamism shoot through the roof while keeping intact their trademark hushed ambience"
We're very excited to play with you on the 11th!!! Hope all is well.
Love, Marissa
such a breath of fresh air.
Hey! I was swimming with you at river and sky! Amazing fun weekend, I can't wait till your all back here in Toronto!
♥²
Just a reminder to listen to CASEY MECIJA(FROM OHBIJOU) on THIS GREAT WHITE NORTH. It's an ALL CANADIAN music show FRIDAYS 4:30-6pm CST on 91.7 KOOP FM in Austin, Texas. You can listen online at www.KOOP.org.
Cheers!
Doug The Canuck
We love you and your music. Glass Ankle.
Your music is seriously awesome!! Have a most triumphant tour in China!