Fruit (LP)
The A’s
Amoeba Review
As The A’s, North Carolinians Alexandra Sauser-Monnig and Amelia Meath make old time music that’s quirky, compelling, and utterly delightful. On their debut, Fruit, the duo transport listeners to sunshine-filled days on the range and pastoral summers in forgotten small towns with a sound that feels like it’s coming straight atcha from a time before TV screens. The musical arrangements feel sparse yet lived in, while the duo’s halcyon harmonies and occasional yodeling add a sense of joy, beauty, and unexpected enchantment to the proceedings. Featuring covers of Harry Nilsson (“He Needs Me”), traditional ballads and lullabies, and one original song, Fruit is a real treat.