The Staveley-Taylor sisters reappear with a new EP, and once again,
these fresh-faced folk offerings exemplify to great effect the group’s
perfect vocal harmonies, blessed as they are with balance, beauty and
tenderness. The alluring yet pained ‘Blood I Bled’ is rich with poetic,
tender lyrics that create a harsh, cold type of charm, as lingering,
fragile and still as a dark winter’s day.
Seamlessly intertwined chorals are the symphonic sibling’s greatest
strength, but each track is enhanced by a rich and quietly dynamic
soundscape. A surprisingly simple instrumentation is enthralled by
swelling orchestral accompaniments including muted brass quips, souring
strings and supported with varied percussion, utilizing a multitude of
styles and diverse yet unassuming timbres. These factors combine to
create what might be The Staves’ most triumphant record yet, showcasing subtle artistry with an arresting presence.
With whispers of a sophomore album circulating, Blood I Bled makes
the perfect taster of what is to come from the angelic three-piece. If a
triplet of tracks are not enough to sate your acoustic
appetites, The Staves are about to partake in a European tour supporting
Angus and Julia Stone, and will return to the UK for a string of dates in December.
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