The glass bottom boat of the cultural press
This is basically one song, rendered in three different ways by each artist, for a total of six complete blasts of enjoyment. Olivian Jean delivers the mermaid vibes, and April March is full of her usual yeh yeh, so you really can’t go wrong.
RIYL: The Pussywillows, Les Sans Culottes, The Insect Surfers
Released: March 5, 2021
https://oliviajean.bandcamp.com/album/palladium
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