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  • In Review I’m flying back to California this morning, after a nice it’s-almost-my-birthday weekend with my family. My Mama (yet again) made me more carrot cake than I could eat. I wish I could share it with you. Last night I ended up chatting with Rosie Thomas, in the most unsuspecting of places. I was washing my […] Jenelle 4 responses October 29, 2007
  • Mobile Upload 2 @ OTR Karin Berquist’s lungs plus Linford Detweiler’s piano plus one upright bass plus an amazing percussionist equals one happy Nelly. Jenelle No responses October 29, 2007
  • Mobile Upload 1 @ OTR I cried when they played “The Trumpet Child.” For the record. Jenelle One response October 29, 2007
  • The Meek and Mild Grow Strangely Bold On this Sunday eve I’ll enjoy the live lush melodies of Over the Rhine and Rosie Thomas. I’m in the process of writing Karin and Linford a letter on my weird recycled stationary, so I’m hoping to finally put my words in their hands. I’ve only been meaning to write to them for about eight […] Jenelle No responses October 28, 2007
  • The Trumpet Child, in Brief Well, that was a soulful treat. A sneak peek at Over the Rhine’s newest record. The first five songs left me a bit breathless. Particularly because Karin’s voice sounds better than it ever has–even more out on a limb, if that is possible. The opening track walks in with cabaret horns, Linford’s lush piano, and […] Jenelle 9 responses July 9, 2007