Staff Picks by Marcus

Helplessness Blues

Why is it a pick?

The album "Helplessness Blues" by Fleet Foxes is a pick for anyone who loves three-part vocal harmonies coupled with great acoustic guitar folk/fingerstyle guitar that resembles the songs of Crosby, Stills, and Nash. They've got a hearty sound with thoughtful lyrics that make you feel at home.

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Adult CD Music

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Marcus

Kiss Each Other Clean

Why is it a pick?

Iron & Wine's latest album is full of new sounds for the band. For the first time, they employ the use of vocal effects and ambient electronic sound, paving a new path for their mellow folk tunes. Awesome lyrics and unlikely musical fusions make for an interesting and enjoyable album.

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Adult CD Music

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Marcus

The Fall

Why is it a pick?

"The Fall" is a great movie for anyone with an appreciation for artistic cinematography and imaginative story telling. The majority of the film is an eye-catching story being told by the main character, a hospitalized stuntman named Roy who's made friends with a little girl who is also a patient at the hospital. The two develop a complex relationship that is reflected in the stories Roy tells.

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Adult DVD Fiction

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Marcus

The Good Earth

Why is it a pick?

The Good Earth is the story of a poor farmer in China named Wang Lang and his struggles in poverty and rise to wealth. The narrative provides the reader with a rich taste of culture as Wang transitions from one social circle to another, betraying his love of the earth and his family. It's just a really good, well written story.