Search - David Usher :: Little Songs

Moody, magical, and masterful, this is what music is about

Leslie K | Portland, OR | 01/03/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I was sad to see David Usher leave Moist to pursue a solo career, Moist being one of the definitive bands of the 90's in Canada (for those who don't know them, Moist was to Canada what Pearl Jam was to the US) I was crying for a different reason after hearing "Little Songs"



This album is what music is about. I know, I said it before, but it bears repeating. David Usher bares his soul with the sort of lyricism and song-craft that raises him to the level of the great singer-song writers of all time. From the soft melody of F-Train to the heart-tearing Unholy, Dirty and Beautiful, this album explores depths of human emotion untouched even by Moist's flagship of angst, "Believe Me". David Usher displays a rare talent for stepping into the listener's heart and setting up permanent residence with unforgettable songs.



"Little Songs" is one of those rare albums I can listen to any time, no matter what my mood. This album isn't just good. It's top-five - what CD would you want on a desert island - recommend it to all your friends - permanent place in the CD changer good. I can listen to it falling asleep and waking up and any time in between, and I swear every time I hear it I love it more."