This new collection of songs by The Merkin Dream is a lament over failed paintings, tragic love, and a late night search for food. "Cottage" takes us from a hazy New York City subway to a crisp late summer evening on the ... more »beach by way of winding guitar and keyboard lines, layers of airy textures and beautifully honest vocals.« less
This new collection of songs by The Merkin Dream is a lament over failed paintings, tragic love, and a late night search for food. "Cottage" takes us from a hazy New York City subway to a crisp late summer evening on the beach by way of winding guitar and keyboard lines, layers of airy textures and beautifully honest vocals.
This is a message to all who want something greater ...
Belgian Thunder | New York | 10/08/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a message to all who want something greater from the music industry:
I have heard this album over and over and I never seem to tire from listening to it. I have truly adored The Merkin Dream's previous albums but I must say that their newest project "Cottage' has taken a major step forward in the evolution of musical artistry. These chaps continually cultivate and refine their craft with every creative endeavor they embark. In a world of bubble gum and vapid music the Merkin Dream brings a gift to the masses seeking sustenance by synthesizing brilliant narratives with graceful melodies.
Regardless of your favored musical genre, "Cottage" will fit into your life and find permanent residency in your CD player. There is so much junk food out in this world and since the nature of music is based on taste, you might as well splurge on meal that nurtures you. This album does such. If you feel you've forgotten the sensation of being moved and thrilled by an album then I truly suggest you pick up "Cottage" by The Merkin Dream.
Cheers to The Merkin Dream- A devoted fan
"
Break out the headphones
Cicero | New York | 11/04/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Not earbuds, either. This one's a spare aural trip like the best ones from the 60s. A new-found pop sensibility and some tasty guitar work added to the electronic mastery of their previous releases. Definitely not just more of the same. Lyrics are interesting this time: one song seems to be sung by a dead man, and their supposed Rhode Island School of Design background is evoked in Art Students. (Note that there's still no band photos, so the rumours about who these guys really are will certainly continue. No clues on banana-apple.com, either.) My girlfriend heard a Merkin Dream song in a little club in Montreal that's supposed to be from a new album called "Collecting Rocks." She said it was beautiful."
And i thought ken jennings was genius...
freida and ramona | new york city | 10/30/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"this 5-songer is brilliant! i mean more than ken jennings betting $7800 on aquatic animals where the question is "what is the elephant seal?"
i love phoenix, her space holiday, blonde redhead, my new english bulldog, and langonisa at elvie's. if this sounds like you, then you will adore "cottage" by the merkin dream.
just listen, and you will see."
Its only 5 songs, Fortunately they are all good.
John Schultz | Midwest USA | 11/09/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It's hard to review music. It's a very personal thing. All I can say is that I like this CD a lot. The only issue is that it is only 5 songs. I wish I would have searched iTunes first. It is there for only $4.95. So if your into iTunes you can save about $7.00 (if you include the price of shipping the CD)"
This is my favorite cd ever.
Jared Bothelio | 02/28/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"After buying the first cd, I was wanting more of this different sort of sound. A little over a year later I was browsing and for kicks I typed in the Merkin Dream and I found their new mini album, "Cottage". This cd is the top one in my collection. At first it took a little used to the vocals from their first album, but they are so catchy and soft. This cd chills me out when I need it, and cheers me up when I need it. I have never heard anything else like it, and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone at least for one listen. I have not heard anything else like this before. This cd is a must have. Buy it! I have never heard anyone with this sort of sound before. Buy this cd. You will love it especially if you loved the first album."