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Jose Gonzalez - Veneer

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Swedish singer/songwriter Jose Gonzalez stunned us in 2006 with an album of contemporary folk songs integrating Latin guitar parts with American folk aesthetic.
Jose Gonzalez - Veneer CD Cover

Jose Gonzalez - Veneer CD Cover

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If you're not yet familiar with José González, now would be a good time to introduce yourself. The Argentinian Swede with the CD that's soaring up the Americana charts (ruminate on that for a moment, will you?) has joined the ever-evolving new wave of what I can only think ot refer to as indie-folk. His hushed, earnest lyrics bring to mind great writers like Sam Beam and Nick Drake, while his simplified, minimalist instrumentation marries Latin guitar greats with modern icons like Elliot Smith ... Read full review

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