Feist - The Water
The wistful voice of Feist, drawn out and hollow at times, I think she sings of desolation. Like how "the harbor becomes the sea/and light in the house keeps it collision free" reflects the solitary light emitting from the lighthouse that sweeps across the vast sea, which is also described as "not knowing it's dangerous size"; also "watching the gray sky that's acting like a good guy". The background piano complements the entire mood of the song perfectly.
Feist - Let It Die
The title song from her 2004 album, it already shows how immensely talented she is. Jazz elements which are not really present in her 2007 album "The Reminder" shows her masterful grasp of several genres. A very straightforward song about break up and it's aftermath.
Beck & Charlotte Gainsbourg - Heaven Can Wait
The daughter of British actress and singer Jane Birkin (who the Hermes Birkin was named after) and French singer-songwriter, actor and director Serge Gainsbourg. Classy song which features Beck strongly. Almost reminds me of the duet Rachael Yamagata did with Ray LaMontagne, except that their styles are quite different. Quirky and upbeat video by the way. Watch it.
Four Tet - She Just Likes To Fight
Beauty in simplicity. No over the top hooks or riffs, deep bass beats or resonating reverbs whatever. Wonderful piece by Kieran Hebden. Sit back and enjoy.
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