Australian chamber pop group
My Friend the Chocolate Cake's debut on EMI is a confident and relaxed foray into adult alternative pop.
Curious is littered with clever string arrangements by cellist Helen Mountfort and violinist Hope Csutoros, and the lush overtones of David Bridie's piano and Wurlitzer round out the lead section nicely. Bridie handles the majority of the songwriting (sometimes sharing the credit with Mountfort and others not in the band), and proves a talent for composing engaging changes and insightful lyrics. A far cry from the goofy name and band photo,
Curious is a sophisticated affair and a pleasing listen that brings to mind the likes of
Spirit of the West at its arty best. ~ Gregory McIntosh