Land of Talk, 'Applause Cheer Boo Hiss' (The Rebel Group)

Scrappy female-led trio kicks up a seductive fuss.

Coming up through the same scene as other Québécois notables like the Stills, the Dears, and the Arcade Fire (some of whose members were onetime roommates of singer/guitarist Elizabeth Powell), Land of Talk offers more proof that Montreal endures as the epicenter of indie rock. On this superb seven-song mini LP, Powell's chirpy but raw-edged voice and rolling guitar call to mind PJ Harvey's finest moments, especially the hooky, high-romantic "All My Friends" and "Sea Foam." 

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Land of Talk - "Speak to Me Bones" DOWNLOAD MP3

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