Sunday Session with Devendra Banhart

- Devendra Banhart -
Prince of Psych Folk

What do you know about Devendra Banhart? A peaceful heart but fiercely talented... He is a singer and songwriter, trained in multiple instruments and disciplines... He's a prolific performer and producer. Devendra is the crown prince of this new breed of "psych folk." Where does such a sound come from? Born in Texas but raised in Venezuela*, the man is a world class talent!

What follows is the Devendra Banhart "White Sessions" - a live recording from Paris in September 2004. It's a pretty good indicator of the things to come. The power of these sessions is wonderful while the voice and guitar keep everything very easy on the ears. It's a perfect listen for a Sunday. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

"Wake Up, Little Sparrow"
"At the Hop"
"Little Petit Spider"
"We All Know"
"Will is My Friend"
"A Ribbon"
"An Island"
"A Sight to Behold"
"The Body Breaks"
"In Empress Hands"
"Poughkeepsi"

* Devendra's songs are often biographical in nature. The theme about leaving one's place for Venezuela (a home he had never been to as a boy) appears repeatedly. Most songs are supremely human in that emotion seeps into the songs - empowering the lyrics.

Linkage:
The Suitcase - Banhart lyrics, tabs, videos and images
The XL label page - Devendra's label. New info. Buy the records
Devendra Banhart - myspace