Far from the sort of thrown-together collaboration that is generally de rigueur, case/lang/veirs stands out because it remains an accurate representation of the sum of its parts, a catalog of what makes its three artists great.
case/lang/veirs isn’t a springboard or a resting place—it's a tribute to connection, communion, and reflection on the things that bind us. And it feels particularly significant and sanctuary-like for the fractured times that we live in.
The triply self-titled case/lang/veirs encompasses 14 songs, each more deft and lush than the last, but the proliferation of talent never feels overstuffed.
It’s rare that these sorts of collaborations feel like they should be more than one-statement diversion, but case/lang/veirs, intentionally or not, makes the case that these three artists shouldn’t stray from the slashes for too long.
case/lang/veirs is a record full of compelling, tender, starry energy.
While case/lang/veirs doesn't approach the greatness these women have managed on their own albums, it does offer more than a few beautiful moments they could not have achieved on their own. The result is a fascinating, rewarding experiment that deserves to be repeated.
case/lang/veirs is certainly a cut above whatever record is playing in your local Starbucks at the moment, but it’s also content to steer clear of grand statements in favor of something more real-life.
A great trio of veteran folk artists team up to make one endearing and sublime indie folk record.
A very enjoyable listen. It's hard to say that the combination of these three revered folk vocalists is greater than the sum of its parts, but it definitely equals the sum (even if I agree with the consensus that the Veirs songs are generally the best here). Each lead vocalist's solos sound like their solo originals, but the backup vocals add a potent new dimension to their songwriting. Hearing their three very distinct voices blend perfectly on "Atomic Number" is essential.
1 | Atomic Number 2:57 | 85 |
2 | Honey and Smoke 3:03 | 83 |
3 | Song for Judee 3:12 | 83 |
4 | Blue Fires 2:57 | 80 |
5 | Delirium 2:46 | 81 |
6 | Greens of June 4:13 | 84 |
7 | Behind the Armory 2:20 | 83 |
8 | Best Kept Secret 3:17 | 83 |
9 | 1,000 Miles Away 2:57 | 76 |
10 | Supermoon 3:47 | 80 |
11 | I Want to Be Here 2:47 | 78 |
12 | Down I-5 3:02 | 81 |
13 | Why Do We Fight 2:35 | 81 |
14 | Georgia Stars 3:16 | 82 |
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