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Carissa's Wierd: They'll Only Miss You When You Leavenew
 
    
    Though Carissa's Wierd's arrangements got more complex as they progressed and added members, there is a hushed beauty that runs throughout these songs.
  
    Tucson Weekly  |  
    Stephen Seigel  |  
    08-06-2010  | 
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  Mat Brooke Gets Upbeat with Grand Archivesnew
Eschewing the mopiness of Carissa's Wierd and the country-esque Southern sound of Band of Horses, Archives was envisioned as a more uplifting band, heavy on lush vocal harmonies -- four of the five members sing -- and a peaceful, easy vibe that recalled the Laurel Canyon scene of Los Angeles in the early-to-mid-'70s.
  
    Tucson Weekly  |  
    Stephen Seigel  |  
    06-19-2008  | 
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