The Carpenters

While the Carpenters' music is not particularly compelling, its lack of pretension lends it a
bland integrity that is uncommon for middle-of-the-road pop music. The basis of this
integrity is Karen's singing, which grows more assured with each album. She is especially
strong in her lower register, and she shows the potential of developing into an interesting
stylist. The musical value of Richard's contribution to the Carpenter phenomeno... More >