Matching the hypnotic allure of and 's , sorceress croons "Love you all the time/even though you're not mine" on the stunning album opener to the band's self-titled debut, and such simple words never sounded so lovely. Joining is her childhood friend , who delivers spellbinding instrumentation throughout these nine heavy-hearted melodies. It's their sound as a whole that really makes an interesting listen; 's vocals tread so lightly throughout, making it easy to get lost in the gossamer beauty of the band's work, particularly on Tightly woven arrangements of organs, percussion, and guitars (which recall the work of 's uncle, famed French composer ) delicately waltz around her haunting presentation, while the golden slumbers of offer a sweetly sound. The exquisiteness of 's debut album should not go unnoticed -- it's one of the most mystical surprises to arrive in 2006. ~ MacKenzie Wilson