Regina Spektor - "All the Rowboats"

I've always liked Regina Spektor's music but her last album was something special and on the strength of this single "All the Rowboats" her next album will be another must-have. "All the Rowboats" brings together all her talents... the classical piano, a perfect pop tune, beautiful vocals and compelling lyrics. With Regina Spektor you can usually expect some eccentricity and that is part of the reason I love her music. She doesn't let us down here either. Although, it could even be missed... but I am sure the heavy reverb/80's style percussion that bookmark this song, is vocally driven (beatbox). Good on you Regina!

Regina Spektor - "Laughing With"

The reason I love Regina Spektor so much (other than being a fantastic musician and singer) is her eccentricity, which regularly comes through in her lyrics and singing. Although, this song "Laughing With" comes from the more serious side of Regina Spektor. I don't know if it is a religious song or just an observational piece about people suddenly crying out for god in times of need. Either way, it is a beautifully written song... a bit like Joan Osborne's "One of Us" but with much more credibility, in my opinion. "Laughing With" is from her most recent album 'Far'.