FLAGPOLE EP REVIEW--
BIRDS & WIRE,
Sandford's Dive--
Independently Released::
The songs of Birds & Wire are driven by the voice and lyrics of songwriter Leralynn. Although she is backed by respected Athens musicians Neal Fountain, Marlon Patton and Robby Handley, the record feels more like a solo project, and that has everything to do with her outstanding skill - not the weakness of any supporting players.
Leralynn's full-bodied, crystal clear voice rings with the same magnetism of Neko Case or Jenny Lewis. Even when she sings of heartbreak and struggle, there is a warmth that pulls you; you can almost feel the tickle of static as her whispers cling to your ears.
Even within the span of this brief five-song EP, Leralynn is able to create an enveloping sense of intimacy. With her insight and eloquence, she seems wise and nurturing. You want to tell her your stories, share your troubles, and have her sing it back to you with all the answers. Perhaps Leralynn can draw in listeners so easily because she shares so much of herself. Even within the upbeat chorus of opening track "On the Line," there is a permeating depth of emotion. First she sings with an air of flippant confidence: "And all the times you tried to tell me what it was I wasn't doing / I somehow never heard a word." Then, just when you think she's above influence, her vulnerability is revealed as she pleads, "So let me call you on the phone and cry so I won't feel alone." Spend an hour with Birds & Wire, and you might find your own confidante in these tunes.
Michelle Gilzenrat
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getting the lucky chance to see/hear/experience you guys made my whole month! such wonderful stuff. thank you. take care. hope to see you soon, miss lera :)
Hey Birds&Wire, hope you can make it out for this event - The intoxicating acoustic music of South Carolina's Sean Waterman is as heady as the smell of honeysuckle on a warm summer's day.
hey lera. i can't wait to get my copy of the EP. i think miranda has it. i hope things are going well. i get back in town on april 30. so i hope i can make the 40 watt show. take care.
ahhhhhhhhh! work school work school work school school school. it's been crazy lately... but I got a loan check last week so I'm ballin and want to come see you! hopefully in the next couple weeks. i love you and miss you and hopefully we can be reunited soon.
Are you kidding me? that head smash has got to be one of the greatest cinematic shots of all time... I will never dispose of it. I will notify you of my next appearance in your lovely town. rock daily,
