Mademoiselle

Mademoiselle's debut EP shines to the heavens with restless, emotional songs of such high gloss it's hard to believe that the entire release, from artwork to final mix, is the product of just one dude. Sam Cabral's voice is evocative and tuneful on all five tracks. Vocal expression can't be taught, it's one of those talents that you either have or you don't. This guy has it, calling forth the spirit of isolation amidst beauty, singing private pain in the fearless style of Jeff Buckley, Thom Yorke or Coldplay's Chris Martin. Ghosts and gypsies haunt "Drink All Your Wine", a stand-out track anchored by a deadly bass line. "Worth Changing" is a cathartic rocker. But it's the radio-ready "Tornado" that will no doubt get Mademoiselle the most attention. This track, put simply, rocks. The vocals seethe, guitars soar to a crescendo, and an electronic groove zings straight through your chest cavity like a sonic twister. Better grab hold of something, because Mademoiselle is just getting started. - Lexi Kahn, Lowbudgetsuperhero.com