Anna Domino

reissue of the superb self-titled album from north american singer-songwriter anna domino, originally released by factory records and les disques du crepuscule in 1986. after relocating from new york to brussels in 1985, anna domino cut this magical album with the aid of two top flight producers, alan rankine (associates) and marc moulin (telex). the record proved a major independent success, thanks largely to anna's confessional lyrics and reflective vocals, combined with sophisticated songs and sharp rhythmic styles. in particular check out 'not right now', the crystalline, proto trip-hop of 'caught' and the near-hit singles 'summer' and 'take that'. comparisons have ranged from suzanne vega to julee cruise. the five bonus cuts include all the non-album tracks from the 1984 ep 'rythm', plus the outstanding single remix of 'summer' by legendary new york producer arthur baker and also 'zanna', a collaboration with onetime revolting cock luc van acker. the cd has been remastered from the original tapes, runs for 70 minutes, and retains the evocative sleeve painting by benoit hennebert. the booklet boasts detailed sleevenotes.