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The softly spooked-out acid folk of The Pirate's Gospel is a captivating debut from Alela Diane, whose enthusiasm and ability for a then-extremely-fresh learner on guitar is quite something.
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The Pirate's Gospel is a campfire folk gem perfect for the summer festivals.
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Diane’s strength lies in her assured voice and preternatural affinity for placing the perfect melody in the perfect place.
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Warning of nightmarish rural invaders in 'The Rifle' and vowing to keep her eyes open on the showstopping sea chantey title track, Diane seems destined for grander endeavors.
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Her sing-songy tunes are honest and earthy, her diction intense and mannered but never pretentious.