Twin sisters
Tegan
and
Sara Quin
are two singer/songwriters with impeccable acoustics, comfortable with exploring social frustrations without wallowing in despair. Their
Vapor Records
debut,
This Business of Art
, is simplistic, and the compositions are hollow and earthy.
Tegan and Sara
's vocals are gravelly like fellow folkie
Ani DiFranco
. They snarl on tracks like
"Freedom"
"More for Me"
;
"Superstar,"
an excellent album standout, pounces with club/dance backdrops.
are on the verge of their twenties and unconcerned with teen angst. They exude a well-crafted sound and savory lyrics for being so young. It's certainly refreshing in the face of bubbly
Britneys
. ~ MacKenzie Wilson