Friday, February 5, 2016

Two Sides of a Coin : Gemma / Ava Luna

Ava Luna has always interested me because this 5 piece NYC group gracefully combines the impossible - Prince and the Revolution recreating a Dirty Projector's album.

Member Felicia Douglass is also one half of Gemma who released As Ever last October. I can't decide was I like most about this smart, modern R&B duo; the undeniable chemistry or fresh song structures that are complex and strong without being dense much like a spider's web. The backdrop is lacey, clever electronics paired with a soulful voice that avoids showy acrobatics by tactfully weaving herself into the body of music. This versatile body of work bridges the likes of Stones Throw Records art-hop to Domino Records electro-pop.




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