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Live at the Freight & Salvage

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My California cousin gave this to me for Christmas and instructed me to listen to it a few times before passing judgement. The first few times I listended I thought the music was good Indigo Girls type stuff. Then I found myself humming Chances. And thinking about Cosmos. And dancing to I got a Heart. I'm not going to say this will be your favorite CD of all time, but it will be one of your quiet pleasures. (Though I'm imagining the ladies of Rebecca Riots aren't all that quiet in concert) Uplifting, smart and wise, this CD will enrich your life. What more can you ask for for 14 bucks?

I first heard Rebecca Riots in 1992 as a freshman in college UCSD. Some guy in my dorm was from the Bay Area and had their first album. For years I carried around a 3rd generation tape of that album, listening to the song Chances whenever I needed cheering up. I was sure I'd never be lucky enough to come across this great little folk band again outside of Berkeley... then their latest album made it onto Amazon! Its an excellent album - wise and witty in beautiful harmony. Plus its live - the way folk music is meant to be. If songs like All There Is and Chances don't make you feel good, nothing will. So, while you've probably never heard of them before, take a chance on this album. You won't regret it. And if you love this album, you can find their first 2 albums out there on the web.

Not since the release of Indigo Girls' first album has a CD moved me to the point of compulsive listening. After seeing the Rebecca Riots performance at the Bumpershoot Festival in Seattle, which was uplifting, intimate and entertaining, I have become a fan. These performers know how to write music that tickles the soul.

The Rebecca Riots bring a gift of healing. Their music will open your eyes, your heart, and your mind. And empower you to move forward. I just love to listen over and over and over.