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| Bbc |
 The Flowerpot Sessions puts forward two broad genres, all tracks recorded by a merry band of musicians at the (now closed) London venue, some live and some in the temporary upstairs studio. Labelling it a folk-fest would not be far off the mark – especially with a tracklisting featuring Kill It Kid, Alan Pownall and Treetop Flyers, and the fact that it’s released on the label of Mumford & Sons’ Ben Lovett, Communion.But for all the folk, a smattering of blues brings variety, ensuring that the strumming of an acoustic guitar doesn't tire listeners' ears too soon. It also brings punch and passion, as Kill It Kid prove, managing to create a tidal wave of swinging saxophones and sliding guitars, all abounding in Something Funny. This is a great contrast to their morose, slow-moving Send Me An Angel Down, found elsewhere on this compilation. Too many tracks in this manner could wear one out after an extended play, though, and those with a barely passing interest in the sort of acts found on The Flowerpot Sessions might find a whole two discs a bit much. That is not to say that the earnestness, which often abounds in this type of music, is incessant. There's some light, almost comic, relief from Beans on Toast with How The Dinosaurs Talk, performed in an indescribably gruff tone, which should not fail to raise a broad smile. Damien Rice and Angus and Julia Stone's cover of Grease's You're The One That I Want almost does exactly the same, bursting through sensible barriers with a large tongue firmly in the cheek. Other standouts include Lissie's laid-back excursion with Mt. Desolation, and Sam Beer's emotionally wrought Traffic....full text |
| Thelineofbestfit |
| The Flowerpot Sessions is the second compilation to be released from Communion Records, the brainchild of son of Mumford Ben Lovett and his label partners Kevin Jones and Ian Grimble. The trio decided to take over the legendary, yet sadly no longer with us Kentish Town venue, The Flowerpot and invite a bunch of their favourite musicians to come along, drink, collaborate and to record music during one extremely creative week. The result of these efforts takes the form of a two disc compilation featuring the likes of Angus & Julia Stone, Marcus Foster, Pete Roe, Sarah Blasko and even a cameo appearance from Damien Rice. One of the main ideas behind The Flowerpot Sessions, according to its organisers, was that it wasn’t to be polished. The collection was to be kept as true to its original state as the recording process would allow, letting listeners hear the natural, organic, living, breathing music that was produced throughout the recording week. Most of the tracks on this compilation are guitar and vocal based, with the Sarah Blasko tracks ‘All I Want’ and ‘To Let Go’ being particular treats. Her two contributions are achingly poignant, proving that the environment created at The Flowerpot by the Communion boys was a perfect place in which to record her brand of tender, yearning, soulful folk. The second disc of the compilation holds another treat, in the form of an unplanned collaboration between Angus & Julia Stone and Damien Rice, who crack out that old folk classic….Grease’s ‘You’re the One That I Want’. This track is completely enthralling, and showcases each performer’s remarkable respective talent as they turn the song into an aching ode to one another. The fact that it was recorded in front of a live audience really adds to the feel of the record too, as the crowd make it known how much they are enjoying this impromptu performance....full text |
| Mydadrocks |
| The Flowerpot Sessions puts forward two broad genres, all tracks recorded by a merry band of musicians at the (now closed) London venue, some live and some in the temporary upstairs studio. Labelling it a folk-fest would not be far off the mark – especially with a tracklisting featuring Kill It Kid, Alan Pownall and Treetop Flyers, and the fact that it’s released on the label of Mumford & Sons’ Ben Lovett, Communion. But for all the folk, a smattering of blues brings variety, ensuring that the strumming of an acoustic guitar doesn't tire listeners' ears too soon. It also brings punch and passion, as Kill It Kid prove, managing to create a tidal wave of swinging saxophones and sliding guitars, all abounding in Something Funny. This is a great contrast to their morose, slow-moving Send Me An Angel Down, found elsewhere on this compilation. Too many tracks in this manner could wear one out after an extended play, though, and those with a barely passing interest in the sort of acts found on The Flowerpot Sessions might find a whole two discs a bit much. That is not to say that the earnestness, which often abounds in this type of music, is incessant. There's some light, almost comic, relief from Beans on Toast with How The Dinosaurs Talk, performed in an indescribably gruff tone, which should not fail to raise a broad smile. Damien Rice and Angus and Julia Stone's cover of Grease's You're The One That I Want almost does exactly the same, bursting through sensible barriers with a large tongue firmly in the cheek. Other standouts include Lissie's laid-back excursion with Mt. Desolation, and Sam Beer's emotionally wrought Traffic....full text |
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