Beth Thornley
Wash U Clean
Stiff Hips

Thornley was initially compared to Aimee Mann, but currently sounds more like Tegan and Sara, especially on the album’s best track “You’re So Pony.” The overall sound is 21st century indie rock, a little harder, a little rougher, and sharper. Thornley’s take on romance is smart, tough, and no nonsense. It’s a very good album, fun to listen to, especially on an iPod, and also good for doing some deep thinking. [www.myspace.com/beththornley]
Andrea Weiss