Elisa Di Napoli returns with another beautiful record. The electronics and gothic themes are gone this time, in their stead is a stripped down acoustic affair with a very European feel. Beautiful instruments such as cello, viola and piano underpin the most important instrument of all- Elisa's voice. She has a strong and beautiful voice, echoing Loreena McKennit or PJ Harvey, but on this release she is fully channelling Edith Piaf, complete with plaintive feel, or something a bit Celtic. While Elisa is Italian and not French, she has also lived in Ireland, Scotland, England and NZ (although perhaps for much longer with her sights set on Europe), and all influences are woven together in these beautifully told tales. Slightly melancholic but never depressing- more charming, beguiling, and slightly teary. Co-produced with Phil Riley and mastered by Neil Maddever at Sounds Studios in Wellington, it's rich, folky story-telling with a gothic edge. Moody and Magical -
Ania Glowacz,  NZ Musician

The Moon Whispers' doom-folk, contemporary blend of vocals stir up haunting and romantic images. In tracks such as "All Along the Shadows" and "Break Up", we're forced to look inside the darkness of our own souls. There's a lot to choose from on this massive 15-song "Pearl of Blood", including the contemplative and almost brooding title track. All in all, a mellow batch of heartfelt songs as deep as they are dark.

Reviewed by A&R dept

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