, 2005
Nothing in Particular opens with a rush of hauntingly sweet strings and a gently played tambourine, opening to reveal a strong female vocalist in Bron Robbins, whose soothing, yet powerful tones compliment very well the music created by the trio that consitutes CloudRun. Based in Brisbane, Australia, CloudRun demonstrates overwhelming musical skill with their stylized folksy brand of indie. CloudRun's obvious focus is on what many consider to ultimately be the most important aspect of music (and with good reason): songwriting. The constructs of traditional pop structure is explored in great detail, but, in the end, rejected in favor of something much more intersting and personalized.
CloudRun's musical venture in Nothing in Particular is is inviting, with occassional bells, a gently strummed acoustic guitar, and some amazingly beautiful female vocals assembled into what an amalgamation of tradition and innovation. One particularly demonstrative track is "Alone," a deeply atmospheric piece with an endlessly interesting percussion section that feels almost native to their Australian roots.
CloudRun, in the nearly three years since their creation, have crafted a sound so unique that Nothing in Particular is destined for some sort of public interest. They have evidently gained popularity in Brisbane, and, from the sounds of this EP, are headed for more widespread popularity. As CloudRun's debut, Nothing in Particular is amazing; as a piece of music, it is much more.