(Re)hash

(Re)capitulate
Laura
Alone Again, 2007
3.5 stars

I saw these guys play a gig late last year, and it was easily one of the best performances I saw in 2006. Following on the critical success of that series of shows, Laura have released this disc a beautiful, live stereo recording. Predominantly covering tracks from last year's excellent Radio Swan is Down, (Re)capitulate successfully captures all of the energy, thick atmospherics and spirited musicianship of a Laura gig. Radio Swan was a composed, polished gem, but (Re)capitulate sees the band letting their hair down and really feeding off the audience. If you can, see these guys live. If you can't, pick up this disc.

Artwork: C

Published in mX, Thursday 29 November 2007.