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Rdio : All about Yael Naim (interview + Playlist)
This Israeli songstress took a moment to talk with us below and also created a playlist for a special occasion
Elle : Yael Naim loves Rihanna too
Her sophomore album, She Was a Boy (released today), promises to pack the same whimsical charm. Naim spoke to us about her culture-sampling new album, the pitfalls of chasing fame, and the eternal allure of Rihanna.
Metromix New York: Yael Naim – She Was a Boy
Those who loved Naim’s quirky folk-pop will find much of the same on “She Was a Boy,” but with added subtle flourishes that move her sound into something with moodier edges.
American Songwriter: Yael Naim – She Was A Boy
Now Naim is back with her follow-up album, She Was a Boy, and it is full of light and bubbly tracks.
Cape Code Music: New releases
[...] it’s time to connect with the Parisian-Israeli artist with “She Was a Boy” (tot Ou tard), a collection of 13 songs that moves from ethereal pop to blues to emotionally resonant music that simply transcends genres and borders.
Agit Reader : album reviews
Fast forward a few years, and Yael returns, singing all in English this time and sounding a good deal less lonely.
Non Stop Sound : the Q – Yael Naim (interview)
What’s your pre-show ritual?
An hourlong warm-up (body and voice), and right before we go on stage a HUGE hug with all the team.
Huffington Post / Mike Ragogna : James Tormé’s “Love For Sale,” Plus Conversations with Josh Groban, Darlene Love, and Yael Naim (Video)
MR: Your new album She Was A Boy is filled with many introspective songs, yet overall, it seems like you’re having a good time with your variation of styles and rhythms. Normally, what’s your approach when writing songs?
YN: The only approach is to express what I feel. It’s a way to evacuate what happens in my life, and life is complex and rich, so music is just a way to express all the different periods, changes, etc.
Quirky NY Chick : Yael Naim Releases Video + NY Record Release Show
She Was A Boy collects 13 luminous folk-pop gems each recorded at the singer’s apartment-turned-workshop
Pop Candy: New podcast! Hear The Submarines, Joan As Police Woman, more tunes
Perez Hilton: The return of Yael Naim
MTV Hive: Song- Yael Naim – Go To The River
The Music Slut: Yael Naim, More Than a Macbook Meme?
KEXP: Out this week
Aquarian : Yael Naim – Ipop
USA Today: Playlist: Foster and Lloyd plus 10 intriguing tracks
