Lit up from another successful album
Brian D. Rubendall | Oakton, VA | 11/19/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Though not quite as successful as their last album, the AMAZING "Downtown Saturday", Nadine's "Lit Up From the Inside" contains plenty that will satisfy those who liked "Downtown." Rather than repeat the same formula, the band expands their sound and their songwriting breadth. The production is impeccable, and at times the sound recalls that of classic U2 with its large echoing feel. Even though there no songs as immediately catchy as "Closer" or "Twilight" from "Downtown," there are plenty of strong cuts that get better with each listen. The highlights are "Losing Track," the harrowingly accoustic "Streets," the strangely romantic "Still Be There" and the fairly simple "Hope Like the Rain." But picking out selected songs is really missing the point. Nadine's albums create a wonderful, somber, melancholy mood that is quite unique. The only apt comparison I can think of is Saturnine's great lost classic of heartbreak and loss "Wreck at Pillar Point." Needless to say, this isn't music one is likely to find in the Top 40 anytime soon, sorry to say.Overall, "Lit Up from the Inside" is another excellent album for those of us lucky enough to be acquainted with Nadine."