(Tara Simmons)

Folk mixed with electronica never sounded so right

On first listen, Tara Simmons’ second EP (following the highly successful Pendulum in 2006) could easily fly under the radar. With the current plethora of singer songwriters dominating the Brisbane indie scene, an album has to be pretty spectacular to stand out from the crowd. But once given a second spin, this folk slash electronic effort really comes out of the woodwork. What’s that you say, folk and electronica? Yes, you heard right. All The Amendments manages to mingle these two seemingly opposing forces with a result that is soothing, playful, enchanting and addictive. Reminiscent at times of Imogen Heap, Claire Bowditch and her Brisbane contemporary Emma Dean, it is obvious to see why Tara has been yanked from the garden as part of Triple J’s next crop. Something sweet and wonderful has come our way in the form of this new release and I look forward to hearing the next offering from this inventive singer-songwriter.

LEE HUTCHISON

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