Various - Eurosonic Festival 2011

Review by Dan Wagoner

Eurosonic Festival 2011 by Various is a must-have album for any music lover who enjoys discovering new artists from different parts of Europe. Featuring 20 tracks from up-and-coming acts, the album captures the eclectic and diverse sounds of the festival, which takes place every year in Groningen, Netherlands.

From the opening track "Lion's Den" by the Belgian band Balthazar to the closing track "The Woods" by the Swedish duo First Aid Kit, the album takes listeners on a musical journey through various genres and styles. The French electro-pop duo The Shoes delivers a catchy and danceable tune with "Stay the Same," while the Icelandic group Agent Fresco showcases their progressive rock sound in "He Is Listening."

Other notable tracks include "Honey" by the English singer-songwriter Anna Calvi, whose haunting vocals and guitar skills are truly captivating, and "The City" by the Dutch band Racoon, which features a catchy chorus and upbeat rhythm.

Summary by Dan Wagoner

Eurosonic Festival 2011 by Various is a great collection of songs that showcases the talent and diversity of European music. It's a perfect album to listen to while discovering new artists and expanding one's musical horizons.