In the good old days of MTV, when it actually delivered
great music shows before it became reality based TV channel, they had these
amazing MTV Unplugged sessions, which featured artists like Nirvana, Bjork, REM
and many more. Then it stopped. Abruptly. But it seems the MTV Unplugged series
is getting a revival with the release of Florence + The Machine - MTV Unplugged
CD/DVD. The fiery red head Florence Welsh and her band is possibly a good
choice to renew the franchise, or rather, the franchise's by-product (the
physical CD/DVD merchandise) in that she might appeal to teeny tweenies and on
up through Gen Y and X to some boomers. On Unplugged, she intensifies the
turbulence of her LPs and adds two covers, including a hushed "Try a
Little Tenderness" that stands as the best version since Otis Redding's.
While the harp, violins and choir remain delicate, Welch erupts into wild,
simmering high notes, most notably on "No Light, No Light." Her
singing is stunning. The removal of the
digital processing and production isn't much of a sacrifice as these musicians
ably create lush, evocative atmosphere for Welch's enchanting voice. She
sparkles and dazzles, passionately interpreting her material, especially
"Never Let Me Go."
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