Culture

The inclusion alone of Kitty Wells’ I’ve Got A New Heartache and Patsy Cline’s A Church, A Courtroom And Then Goodbye make this compilation essential.

Heafy’s love of black metal, Japanese culture as well as a personal glimpse into his own American/Japanese heritage are all brought together with a passion that goes further than a mere side project.

Like his first two albums, Duncan recorded and produced Alluvium at home, and reaches new heights with this lush kaleidoscope blend of electronic, dream and chamber-ish pop.

Although third LP Headful of Sugar is more consistent than previous releases, Sunflower Bean's quality control still needs adjustment.