Date: Tue, 29 Dec 1998 15:33:20 +0000 From: djt Subject: Top pop records of 1998 CALEXICO <> (City Slang / Quarterstick) An important entry into the blooming "alternative country" category, Calexico is performed brilliantly by two members of Giant Sand (who recorded an LP with the ilk of Lisa Germano last year as OP8) who obviously have a grand share of talent between them. Their album is a story following a man across the desert who wishes to find life and love. Joey Burns' mellow voice mixes with slide guitar, steel guitar, accordion, cello, horn and vibraphone to create a western musical with a tragic ending. You'll be on the edge of your seat for the whole performance.