The band roster also includes three female vocalists and various musicians, all of whom contribute to the plethora of instruments: didjeridoo, flute, upright bass, but no guitar. In fact, Land of the Blind describe themselves as "guitar-impaired." Like Dead Can Dance, they explore unconventional sounds and draw on different cultures for musical inspiration. "One Eye" experiments with Middle East-like scales and cryptically poetic lyrics, for a bizarre but intriguing Laurie-Anderson-meets-the-Women's-Choir-of-Bulgaria feel. Genuine and unpretentious, Land of the Blind combine disparate elements to create what they call "music to see by." (Lyrics in Braille available.)

-- Linda Anderson