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She grew up with a guitar in her arms in Israel before absorbing Serge Gainsbourg and ex-pat Joni Mitchell in Paris. Now in New York, Keren Ann is charming the pants off everyone in sight. She released beautiful records with the help of her songwriting partner, Benjamin Biolay, until 2007's self-titled, all-English, all-Keren opus of gorgeousness. A testament to her unique talents, Keren Ann is being celebrated as her most magical release to date. Standouts like "Liberty" and "Lay Your Head Down" aren't much more than whispers, piano, harmonica, hand claps, and hushed guitar, but it has an intoxicating...je ne sais quoi.
Tonight and tomorrow at JOE'S PUB 425 Lafayette Street
Recommended *****
