Bat for Lashes' second album, Two Suns, lights up a lush underworld of lullabies, dreams, and dirges. Natasha Khan's subterranean voice floats over, through, and around seriously striking and beautiful songs. "Daniel" is one of The D Man's favorite singles of the past few years.
Rather than bore you with comparisons to other female singers (Tori Amos, Kate Bush, Bjork, The Cocteau Twins, etc.), Khan should be considered Peter Gabriel's daemon. (Indeed, The D Man would love to hear Khan cover So and Gabriel exchange the favor with a version of Two Suns). Khan has the same penchant for dark-hued pop accented by world rhythms and an even deeper affection for mystical allusions. Her singular voice is haunting and magical, like clouds passing over a brilliant moon. Or two.
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