Close-up [ CD / Album ]

Name: Close-up
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Close-up

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Released Date: 04 Oct 2010
Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Ah, Suzanne Vega, the queen of folk-pop storytelling, is back with Close Up - Vol 2 - People & Places, and boy does she deliver. This album is like a musical scrapbook of Vega's life, filled with quirky characters and vivid landscapes that only she can paint. From the hauntingly beautiful "Luka" to the bittersweet "Gypsy," Vega's signature imagery and poetic lyrics shine through in each track. Her voice, a delicate blend of melancholy and strength, carries the listener through tales of love, loss, and everything in between. But it's not just Vega's songwriting that steals the show on this album. The production is top-notch, with lush arrangements and tasteful instrumentation that elevate each song to new heights. The addition of live recordings gives the album an intimate feel, as if Vega is performing just for you in a cozy cafe. Overall, Close Up - Vol 2 - People & Places is a must-listen for both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Vega proves once again that she is a master storyteller, weaving tales of ordinary people and far-off lands into musical magic. So sit back, relax, and let Suzanne Vega take you on a journey through the heart and soul of her music. Trust us, you won't regret it.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Luka
2. Zephyr & I
3. New York Is a Woman
4. In Liverpool
5. Calypso
6. Fat Man & Dancing Girl
7. The Queen and the Soldier
8. Rock in This Pocket (Song of David)
9. Angel's Doorway
10. Ironbound/Fancy Poultry
11. Neighborhood Girls
12. Tom's Diner
13. Man Who Played God