It's a damp early autumn evening.  In the very near future, snow will fall and the earth will freeze solid.  For those who prefer a sunny climate, the new EP from Texas/UK band Raspberry Silk will provide a spark of warmth to help you through the winter.

This five song collection is really a collaborative effort by silk-voiced singer Kim Novak and multi-instrumentalist Milo Black.  The word "lush" doesn't begin to describe the EP's gorgeous sound.  Black expertly creates a delicate background of electric guitars, piano, and percussion, perfect for Novak's clear and engaging voice.

Opening with "You Rescue Me," you are taken into a musical tapestry reminiscent of the October Project (a highly underrated classically-inspired outfit).  "Oil On Water" features an aggressive acoustic guitar hook and powerful drumming, while Novak sings with conviction about a challenging relationship.  "Breathe" enters Pink Floyd territory with its space-rock/acoustic guitar intro, then transforms into a haunting vocal and melodic slice of ear candy.  A relaxing  tempo is drenched in waves of acoustic and electric guitars in "Waterfall," which also features some surprising electronic trickery and more of Novak's buttery voice.  A classic rock style intro opens the last track, "Space Needle," a mid-tempo number that includes one of the most beautiful and memorable vocal melodies you are likely to hear.

Breathe is expertly produced and recorded.  You'll want to listen to these songs with headphones, so you won't miss a note.  Raspberry Silk are not a band that is easily pigeonholed within today's musical environment - this is music that transports you to an entirely different dimension. 

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