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Sandi Thom

Smile... It Confuses People

Well, I was no doubt confused by the music of Sandi Thom. Her biography boasts of music that is a fusion of soul and folk, but I must have missed the soul portion of her debut album, which is supposedly inspired by legendary singers like Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin.

I think not. Sandi Thom’s songs were definitely folky, reminding me of a semi-punk-rock-country genre that doesn’t exist. Think KT Tunstall meets Carrie Underwood. It was only her music that didn’t impress me, though; I will praise Thom’s voice — her vocal talent cannot be denied, as strong and fervent as it is. Her high and enthusiastic voice surprised me: From the cover of her album and the titles of her songs, I expected...

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