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Now That 1999 Is Gone

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How many bands do you know that embrace their synth sound without irony but go for a pop melodic sound instead of a machine sound? They use three (!) simultanious vocalists and an 80's style synth backup with drum n' bass drum machine to make familiar yet totally unique music. They also have what I'd call the Twin Cities underground sound, which evokes a sort of wintertime mystery, a hidden treasure in a city of small neighborhoods, (some) beautiful archetecture and a vibrant art scene full of people who still defend using the word "art" to describe what they do. I'm rambling, but give this disc a listen. They also have mp3s available at their site to give you an idea of their sound. I listen to this at work more than any other record. Check it out

I discovered this Minneapolis group via MP3.com and have been suitably impressed with Super Powers and Cape Canaveral to place an order for the full (though slim) disc. Ethereal in the way that Clannad and Maire Brennan combine new age airiness with a feeling of ancient folk mysticism. Looking forward to discovering what more the group can do with this sound and direction.

This music is clean, well written & awesomely sung. To listen is to enter a form of meditation or some form of escapist bliss.
I believe that the music draws upon many roots and is good, but the true soul of the music is found in its vocals.

I am drawn away from my life's varied problems upon listening to Ms Orluck's beautiful sound.

If you've heard any of their songs and liked them, you will like the entire CD. A collaboration of artists from bands in Minneapolis, Astronaut Wife has a distinctive sound. Catchy melodic harmonized female vocals over trancy electronica. The CD has 4 songs, with included remixes. The remixes sound different enough for them to maintain individuality from the original versions of the songs. Its a short CD- but very, very good.

My friend and I were listening to this CD in my car while it was raining, and she decided that it was "a tranquilizer", which seems to fit it perfectly. The haunting yet beautiful voice reminds me of some of Delerium's vocals which also have that fem, vapor-like quality. Cape Canaveral especially has a really air-ish feel, like you're floating or drifting. This CD is perfect for your going to sleep collection (if you have such a collection), or perhaps your mellow/trance/slightly detatched collection (of course you have one of those.)

Astronaut wife left me with mixed feelings. On one side I wish that the band is succesful with this CD, especially because I cannot wait to hear a second one. On the other side I hesitate because the success might corrupt and commercialize this wonderful blend of synth, amazing vocals and intelligent lyrics that makes the band the absolutely best discovery of the new millenium. Keep it coming guys!

Melhor banda pop de todos os tempos... parabens galera do Astronaut Wife

Voces ganharam alguns făns Brasileiros

Abracos....

Melhor banda pop que eu já ouvi na minha vida,
aaaaeeeeeee galera do Astronaut Wife, voces ganharam alguns făns brasileiros........

Abracos

Melhor banda pop que eu já ouvi na minha vida,
aaaaeeeeeee galera do Astronaut Wife, voces ganharam alguns făns brasileiros........

Abracos