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Cat: SP 1214X. Rel: 19 Feb 18
Indie

Side 1 - Track 1. Who Is Speaking? Side 1 - Track 2. Dark Oscillations Side 1 - Track 3. Joy Side 1 - Track 4. I Don't Want Children Side 1 - Track 5. Relay Runner Side 2 - Track 1. White Glass Side 2 - Track 2. Sundogs Side 2 - Track 3. Jornada Side 2 - Track 4. Shadow Relief Side 2 - Track 5. Black Willow

The debut album from Loma, a collaborative trio formed of members of Shearwater and Cross Record, has an intriguing atmosphere and dynamic to it, likely due in part to the unusual circumstances of its creation. At the outset of the sessions, singer Emily Cross and multi-instrumentalist Dan Duszynski were a married couple, who towards the end of recording decided to divorce. Despite this, the trio completed 'Loma', a record of incredible depth and clarity that cathartically explores rich soundscapes. Though the album is strong in its entirety, the stunning highlight 'I Don't Want Children' exemplifies the trio's acute attention to detail as synthesised textures gradually layer over a delicate piano arrangement, with Cross' crystal-clear vocals piercing straight through. 'Loma' is an emotionally wrought and delicately crafted album that is beyond impressive for any first offering - regardless of its circumstances.