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Carly & Lucy Simon: Sing Songs For Children
Yes, that Carly Simon. Before she made her name singing "You're So Vain," she and her sister Lucy had recorded two kids' albums. Long out of print but re-released on December 2, this 11-song collection sounds much like the 1960s psych-folk you may have listened to in high school, in the back of a van or in a shag-carpeted family room. In terms of song arrangements, instrumentation, and wealth of imagination, there’s a heavy Peter, Paul & Mary vibe here. Animal friendships form on "The Owl and the Pussycat," lobsters have a hard time dancing on "The Lobster Quadrille," and "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod," tells a dreamy tale of three fishermen's chance encounter with the stars. This album feels very much like a product of its time; the bells and whistles are scant but albums like this paved the way for the minimalist style of kids' music that's so popular now. And after long days of running around with your grandchildren, the Simon sisters' soothing voices are perfect for downtime.
Age: 4+
Retail Price: $14
Available at: amazon.com
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