I don't know of anyone who's been able to get past her voice, actually. Not necessarily like 'if you like Enya, you'll like Virginia Astley.' People like Philip Glass, Brian Eno and Laurie Anderson have also been mentioned in connection with Virginia's approach to music. As for what her music is like, I think she could vaguely be compared to Enya, also in the way she uses and sometimes overdubs her voice, but her music is quieter, softer, a bit more down to earth, and on the other hand more pop. ( Covers/own material: Own, and sometimes cowrites songs General comments: Her voice is high and thin, a bit childish, and not very strong, but it does suit her music. ( like Enya, Philip Glass, Brian Eno, Laurie Anderson. Trouser Press's Virginia Astley page Comparisons: Julee Cruise, with her thin singing voice. Status: Most recent album, Maiden Newton Ecliptic (2007) See also: Official Virginia Astley site The Ectophiles' Guide to Good Music - Virginia Astley This site too slow? Try a mirrorĬountry of origin: England Type of music generally: Ethereal, dreamy, synthesized, strange, experimental.
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