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Quiver

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QUIVER is Wild Strawberries, a Canadian band, their first album since 1996's HEROINE which propelled the hits Heroine and I Don't Want To Think About It. They get better with each album, and I have to say QUIVER is definately my favorite. There's definately a mood on the album, and it is perfectly conveyed through Roberta Carter's unique voice. Once again there are a variety of musicians added to the mix, but its done well, its done right. Some highlights from the album include 32, Trampoline, Gotta Go, Minions, I Guess I'm Amused and You Could Be So Cold, although they are all excellent songs. Give Wild Strawberries a try, they are in a way like Bjork in some ways, also very Portishead like, but they are original in their own sense, there is no one else like them. Give QUIVER a try!!

The Canadian band Wild Strawberries is one of the most underrated groups around. Their music is simply irresistible. The group consists of Roberta Carter Harrison who does vocals, and Ken Harrison who is behind the synthesizers, Ashwin Sood on drums percussion and background vocals, Brian Minato who is on bass electric and acoustic guitars, Sean Ashby who is one electric and acoustic guitars, Paul Brennan & Chris Lamont (drums on different songs on this album), Sean Kelly on acoustic on some songs, Craig McConnell on acetone on some songs and Enuice Harrison on piano one some songs.

Just by listing those musicians tells you abit about the band. They like to switch it up a bit and keep the music fresh with lots of musicians. Their sound is very original, and powered by Roberta's beautiful voice which is simply breathtaking. The music on QUIVER is that of a type of electronica, while remaining a bit alternative at the same time. The synthesizers add nicely to the mix.

The highlights on the album are Trampoline, You Could Be So Cold, 32, Not Going To Cry, Pretty Lip and more. If you are keen on music that is a bit experimental and original, give this Canadian band a try. They remind me of Bjork actually quite a bit, as pointed out by one of the reviewers. QUIVER is an excellent album, and Wild Strawberries are a great band, give this one a try and see what I mean, you won't regret it.

Both this album and Heroine are excellent. The instrumention, sound and mix are something like Bjork - modern, clever, sophisticated - but where Bjork would go operatic, the Wild Strawberries have gone '60s black-girl electro-pop. A lot of quirky character in the music and a lot of fun. A truly great electro-pop band.

i first heard wild strawberries on a dmx channel on my cable tv. the song was "trampoline" and i was immediately blown away. after a time of indecision i took the plunge and bought the disc. "quiver" is very smart lyrically, and the music is one of the best brands of alt/rock/electronica i've heard in recent years. please don't remain on the sidelines concerning this disc. it is great music that will instantly move you.

One of my favourite albums of all time! I first heard 'trampoline' while listening to much music in grade eight, six years ago when there was more than reality tv and pop music like Brittney Spears and Missy Elliot-when music with flavour and unique sound was represented. It remains one of my favourite albums. Wild Strawberries have always produced a magical sound that resounds in my heart and mind so often that I am brought to listen to their music at quite regular intervals. Their newer works are completely different, but deserve the same amount of respect, attention, and admiration. This group is shockingly versatile. I recommend this cd to anyone who needs a nice breather from the same ol', same ol' music that is heard on the radio and tv. It has some interesting electronic sounds but each song is different and it is not electronica. At the same time, more shocking, is the captivating voice of the singer. You will not regret this purchase!

this is by far wild strawberries most experimental album. this is also their best album. theres just something about roberta carter's voice, possibly the accent, that lulls u in and keeps u wanting more. the mixes on this album are faster and more exciting than previous or later albums. as well the lyrics are more intellegent, but with carter's voice she can sing excerpts out of the dictionary and still make it a radio friendly song.

There is a certain philosophy that runs through all the songs on this disc which I will call Nihilistic Hedonism. The points are these: The universe is chaotic with no lasting meaning or ultimate purpose. Pain is prevalent, primarily because of the unfulfilled expectations natural to such a chaotic universe. Most of the unfulfilled expectations have to do with relationships. Pain is avoided by minimizing expectations. Pleasure should be pursued since it is the only, albeit temporary, escape. It is because of this undertone that I refer to this as 'drek'. On the positive, the lyrics are intelligent, the voice is haunting, and on the whole I cannot think of a way that this could have been more beautifully done. Very well packaged, but drek nonetheless.

This album is a very odd album, but very good! The singer [Roberta]'s voice is very deep and haunting and enjoyable throughout the whole album. The lyrics and beats are really good, also.