Jenny Lewis, a Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter, first won the praise of critics and fans as the lead vocalist of the indie rock/pop group Rilo Kiley. In between recording and performing with her band, Lewis worked on solo material—private songs that she never intended to release to the public. When urged by Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst to contribute to his new Team Love label, Lewis decided to enter the studio to record her solo debut, Rabbit Fur Coat. The album is a haunting mix of confessional, reflective lyrics, folksy instrumentation and bluegrass harmonies (from Kentucky-born sisters, the Watson Twins). Rabbit Fur Coat also features guest appearances from leading indie rock artists such as label head Conor Oberst, Ben Gibbard (Postal Service, Death Cab for Cutie) and M. Ward (who also served as co-producer of the album).
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Rilo Kiley, Neko Case, M. Ward, Kelly Hogan, Edith Frost, Alison Krauss