This is the musical debut from Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward.\nImmediately struck by one another’s talents and finding an instant\nrapport, Zooey let slip that she wrote her own songs which she\nrecorded alone at home on her computer. Somewhat shy about anyone\nhearing these musical morsels she eventually sent the demos to Matt\nwho was instantly impressed. They soon reconvened at his Portland\nstudio to begin work.

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Embracing the warm sound of early analog recordings, Volume\nOne is more than just a showcase for Zooey’s rich and\nendearing voice; it’s a distinctive and endlessly charming album.\nThe songs themselves give a respectful nod to the likes of Dusty\nSpringfield, Linda Ronstadt and The Zombies while Matt’s production\ngives them just the right amount of golden era sheen. Whether\nZooey’s channeling Ronnie Spector as on “I Was Made For You” or\njoining Matt in turning The Beatles “I Should Have Known Better”\ninto a seductive hula guitar duet, the results are always\ncaptivating.

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