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Land of Talk – It's Okay

Dec 17, 2008, 2:58pm

[review 2008: half-measures and quiet victories] Applause Cheer Boo Hiss , the first Land of Talk release, reminds me of a certain alt-rock radio sound, but it's not something I can put my finger on directly. Fast forward over two years later, to the Montreal band's first proper album, and things have changed. Lizzie Powell's sung with Broken Social Scene on the side while most of the band's original lineup have moved on for good. The band's had their gear stolen and their European plans dashed after the Decemberists cancelled the tour Land of [...]

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