Non Credo - Impropera (2006)

NON CREDO is the duo of Kira VOLLMAN and Joseph BERARDI. She's a singer, he's a drummer, but their musical palette extends well beyond the scope of their primary instruments. Clarinets, marimbas, accordions, cellos, broken-down keyboards, cheap electronics, altered children's toys and anything else that falls into their path are utilized. Their sound, with its quick-witted arrangements and Teutonic expressionism balanced by a whimsical attitude, falls solidly into the Rock In Opposition camp. Published on the Gazul label, the new release ""Impropera"" (2006) is a bit of a departure from their previous multi-layered approach to recording. Capturing the spontaneity of their live performances, the duo presents an ""improvised opera"". Utilizing Kira VOLLMAN's remarkable vocal range and a musical landscape of bass clarinet, percussions and unusual samples, they lead the listener on a journey with many detours and dark alleys along the way. Be prepared to get seasick, beaten up, thrown in jail, fall in love, have your heart broken, your wallet stolen, get shanghaied, hog tied and crucified...