For a pint-sized scruff, Manchester's John Bramwell has a hell of a way with words, a voice like a fallen angel, and a genius for penning twisted torch songs laced with gorgeous melodies. The NME called their 2001 debut Natural History a "mystical, rapturous, staggering declaration of love." This, their second album, has raised the bar for the band. "Utterly sublime."--Maxim. "Sweet melodies beamed direct from heaven."--Time Out.

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Gods and Monsters, the highly anticipated follow-up to their self-titled debut, represents a more expansive chapter in their musical autobiography. Considered darkly urgent and styled by shadows as charming as they are brutal, ruthless, and endearing, it's all recognizably Kloot. "After 10 years as a lone and troubled troubadour Johnny Dangerously reverted to plain ol' John Bramwell, found his confidence, his voice and a band, and the success that has eluded him for so long seems just around the corner. Go...   [ read more ]

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With a title like Gods & Monsters, one expects I Am Kloot to pull out all the stops on their third album. Sadly, Johnny Bramwell and company seem asleep at the wheel, coasting lazily while offering what feels like 13-rough demos in search of hooks and compelling lyrics. Coming from a band that's known for off-kilter wordplay, musical immediacy, and dazzling changes of pace, these songs feel rushed and uninspired. "Over My Shoulder" might be the lone standout and perhaps the only song that recal...   [ read more ]

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