Here's a two-for-one special for ya, a blog about a DIVA and a DIVO all at once. I'm talking about the married couple of Ben Watt and Tracey Thorn, better known as Everything But the Girl. They had a huge hit back in the day with "Missing" (it was a mainstream US radio breakthrough, too), but it seems that this duo has been missing ever since.
Not the case! They both have recent projects.
Ben currently oversees his own independent record label, Buzzin' Fly. It was named Label of the Year in 2005 by the House Music Awards, and is really focused on promoting new talent in the electronica world. Hence why Mr. Watt has decided to introduce us to Justin Martin, a Hartford CT born DJ. He's about to release his first album with Buzzin', called Chaos Restored.
If you haven't yet heard Justin, take a quick look at his MySpace page. Pretty good stuff! And when you've got the support of Ben Watt behind you, it lends a certain amount of credibility ;) Too bad the album isn't out 'til October 9.
While her husband has been busy managing the careers of up-and-comers, Tracey has been busy herself. She recently released a solo album called "Out of the Woods" (a reference to her extended absence from music, perhaps?) to critical acclaim.
If you like Imogen Heap, you'll probably like this. Has a very similar sound. It's Tracey's first album since 1999, the last time Everything But the Girl worked together.
Good things come to those who wait!
Which is why you should check the blog again tomorrow...
Oh, and... if you missed yesterday's post, I highly recommend reading it. Throughly. All the way through. Cause you never know, there MIIIIGHT be a special surprise hidden there, somewhere... especially if you're a Madonna-fan...
Later,
JOHNNY
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