Listening to the new self-titled long-player from Cincinnati’s Cari Clara, I had a thought that I’ve had for about 15 years now. Eric Diedrichs (CC’s brain trust) should be famous. Not because he’s a pretty guy (though he is) and not because he has a great onstage presence (he does). Diedrichs has been one of Cincinnati’s most consistently good songwriters since his days with Power Pop faves The Simpletons. With Cari Clara and its self-searching melancholy and textural experimentation, Diedrichs — who is Cari Clara on record, playing all the instruments (save a guest spot or two from his wife on this one) — has become one of the more interesting artists of any arts medium in the city. The release party for album will feature Diedrichs’ full band and will also serve as a release show for noctaluca’s new album. Both CDs will be given away for free at the show with paid admission.
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