Amanda Palmer (sometimes known as simply Amanda Fucking Palmer) can not be minimally described in one single sentence. She is the synopsis of how the music industry is changing, evolving and progressing. A show stopping theatrical performer and industry activist, she supports the revolution. Doesn't matter which revolution coz chances are, its for them all. She is an online blogging goddess, a bold and intelligent business woman, an actress, a performer and a rather gifted musician.
She has teamed up with The Grand Theft Orchestra to bring us her latest album away from Dresdon Dolls: Theatre Is Evil. And what is it like then? It is nothing short of brilliant that is what it is. From SMILE, I'm Not The Killing Type to WANT IT BACK, the entire album is thoroughly enjoyable. All songs set musically and artistically in a style and panache that is so uniquely Amanda Palmers. With crescendos and rhythms lifting and dropping, soaring piano lines and wonderfully trained vocals blending in together in utter harmony.
It is also worth noting that On April 20, 2012, Palmer announced on her blog that she launched a new album pre-order on Kickstarter. The Kickstarter project was ultimately supported by 24,883 backers for a grand total of $1,192,793, at the time, the most funds ever raised for a musical project on Kickstarter!
This is that very album, recorded in Melbourne, Australia with John Congleton producing, it exists because the fans wanted it to. So in essence Palmer has bypassed record labels projections and traditional means of how albums come to be, aligning everything between her and her loyal fans.
Trust me; even if you have never heard of Amanda Palmer, you should check out this album. Their is a reason why people support her so passionately. 'Want It Back' is the current Single.
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