GRETEL

The Dregs

2009-03-07

Out of Boston, this folky three-piece (occasionally four-piece) outfit offers heart-wrenching lyrics over a multitude of down-home instruments, including banjo, Wurlitzer, accordion, and guitar. Reva Williams wrote and produced this entire album. Her lead vocals are often accompanied by those of band mates Melissa Myers and Phil DuPertuis to create handsome harmonies that fit the music perfectly. This is a lovely album with lyrics that'll kick you in the gut, but the blow is softened with the delivery. Reviewed by Rebecca Ruth.

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Folk

  • reviewed 01/2004

    Mindy Smith
    One Moment More

  • reviewed 05/2008

    THE BAND OF HEATHENS
    THE BAND OF HEATHENS

  • reviewed 12/2005

    RobinElla
    Solace for the Lonely

  • reviewed 07/2016

    Honey Island Swamp Band
    Demolition Day

  • reviewed 07/2016

    Anthony D'Amato
    Cold Snap

  • reviewed 08/2006

    Monsieur Gainsbourg Revisited
    Monsieur Gainsbourg Revisited

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.