The Sweptaways
Ooh aah
Hybris
Cover records are always a bit hard to review. The Sweptaways are a 28-piece all-female choral group, and to hear them cover Kiss ("I want you"), Black Sabbath ("Changes") and the Pet Shop Boys ("Gowest") is quite refreshing. This album works well as a straigh-through listen (although at 28 minutes, it still can be a bit overwhelming) or when you pair up the covers with the originals. This record won't be accessible by all, but those to whom it will appeal with enjoy it thoroughly for the strength of performance and the interpretations.
- Matt Giordano
