Oh Land - EP

Oh Land | Format: MP3 Music

Product Details

• Original Release Date: October 19, 2010
• Label: Epic
• Copyright: (P) 2010 Sony Music Entertainment
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• Total Length: 15:05
• Genres:
  • Alternative Rock
• ASIN: B0046JT91M
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Just the beginning October 25, 2010

By J. Loudon

As a reviewer, every once in a while you come across a new artist that is sure to make waves in the music scene. It might not be an overnight success story, but Oh Land, born Nanna Řland Fabricius, is certainly a talent destined for success. With a theater organist for a father and an opera singer for a mother, it was only a matter of time before Oh Land entered the music scene as well.

Her debut record, 2008's Fauna, was released exclusively in Denmark and after achieving impressive success, she moved to New York earlier this year to begin work on her major label debut with Epic Records.

Oh Land, a four track EP, opens with the feature single "Son of a Gun." Although she claims to be heavily influenced by Björk, Fabricius' sound pulls a great deal from the commercial success of artists like Feist and even more experimental female artists like Imogen Heap.

Reminiscent of Feist's "My Moon My Man," "Son of a Gun" has all the makings of a pop radio sensation: a captivating chorus, a consistent, toe-tapping beat, and enough repetition to engrain the melody into every listener's head for hours following a single listen.

In what could be interpreted as a nod to Radiohead's OK Computer, the third track, "Rainbow" opens with a computerized voice announcing the speed of the track as "80 beats per minute." Like Radiohead, many Oh Land tracks have already been subject to numerous remixes incorporating her catchy music into the dance club scene.

Although she is still relatively unknown in the US outside of Brooklyn, Oh Land is a name that will undoubtedly spread quickly in the months that follow this article.

Similar Artists: The Ting Tings, Kate Nash, Feist

Track Suggestion: "Son of a Gun"

5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting Pop on EP Makes for a Promising New Artist January 27, 2011

By Julie

I was privileged enough to see Oh Land perform at CMJ this past fall and was instantly captivated by her unique and whimsical sound. She has a stunning stage presence and I was equally impressed by her vocals. "Sun Of A Gun" is the catchy lead single that is sure to have you humming along, along with "White Nights". My personal favorite track has to be "Rainbow", which is beautiful and haunting at the same time. If the EP is any indication, there is a lot more to come from Oh Land and I am looking forward to her album when it comes out some time this year.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, addictive pop October 22, 2010

By Kylie

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I read an article about Oh Land on Popnography, watched a video of her performing live, hopped over to Amazon and bought this album. Her voice is so dreamy and her songs are addicting. My favourites are "Sun of a Gun" and "Rainbow." Her sound is very unique and elegant. I look forward to her next release. <3