More indie-folk identity angst
No one understands existential angst like Bonnie “Prince” Billy, aka Will Oldham. Who is he? What should he do with himself? In forging his identity, should he incorporate a little Bjork, or R. Kelly? Or both? While Billy may not know the answers, he seems hopeful that he can figure it out through covering other people’s songs. And yodeling.
In a world of unnecessary covers — the Goo Goo Dolls’ “Give a Little Bit” — and ironic covers — Ben Gibbard’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” — Bonnie “Prince” Billy’s are blessedly distinctive and earnest. Singing in his signature cracked voice,...
I suspect that this brilliant dog has experienced nothing like an identity crisis in his life, yet he sits back with a sly smile as his listeners beg for clarity...