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- Summary: The debut full-length solo release for the Gallon Drunk frontman and former Bad Seed guitarist was produced by Johann Scheerer.
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- Record Label: Clouds Hill
- Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock
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Jan 12, 2017Deep, brooding and magical, The Starless Room is simply one of the finest artistic statements of 2016.
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Jan 10, 2017Despite a couple of bland sections--St Martha’s in particular--The Starless Room is worthy of many repeat, and extended, visits.
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MojoJan 10, 2017An unexpected sound-palette of smouldering beauty, often lit up by sumptuous orchestral arrangements from one Sebastian Hoffmann. [Jan 2017, p.101]
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UncutJan 10, 2017Johnston suits the form, finding a hitherto largely latent frailty and vulnerability in his voice. [Jan 2017, p.24]
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Q MagazineJan 10, 2017He surprises with an unexpectedly stark romanticism inspired at least partly by his love for Isaac Hayes and Ray Charles. [Jan 2017, p.108]
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