If you could pick only a handful of CDs to take with you on a desert island, what would they be?

For me, I’d have to say..

1) October Project – October Project [only $10 at Amazon!!]
2) Live – Throwing Copper
3) Loreena McKennitt – The Mask and Mirror
4) No Doubt - Tragic Kingdom

Pretty random, I know. You probably recognize Live and No Doubt, but wonder who the heck October Project is, and Loreena McKennitt for that matter. I’ll save Loreena for another time, but let’s just talk October Project. It’s really a struggle to describe what type of music they are, so you’re better off just listening/watching a few clips to get the gist. Mary Fahl has a truly unique voice and it’s a perfect match to the rest of the band.

I think the album means even more to me having been recommended by my father to me.. he would purchase random cassettes at K-Mart and try them out. Found October Project, and it became his favorite band. There’s really something there for anyone, as the songs go through a range of emotions and journeys. “Bury My Lovely” still puts me in this peaceful mood every time I hear it.

It’s a shame that they were only able to make two albums in their time together. The followup, “Falling Further In” is almost as good as their first album. Shortly after that, they were dropped from their label, and the lead singer left the band. They tried to re-form with a different singer, but really.. Mary was the core of the “sound” of the band, and things just weren’t the same…

Ahh, I could ramble forever about this band.. but I’ll spare you. Just check ‘em out, you may like them. You may not. My friends don’t seem to care for them, but I take no personal offense. Everyone has their tastes!

[ Now playing: October Project - Bury My Lovely ]