Anna and Milovan

While her dynamic singing voice is certainly the show-stealer over the course of these 12 lilting, pop-focused songs, it's what Beljin chooses to do with that striking voice that makes this disc such a standout. Her song selection is decidedly ambitious, and though the names of the artists she chooses to cover reads like a high-wire act waiting to happen, her confidence in taking on songs by the likes of Tom Waits, Daniel Lanois, Bob Dylan, and Bruce Cockburn shines through and truly makes the songs work. By incorporating her own unique arrangements and vocal approaches, she takes songs often known for their abrasiveness (especially Waits' "Get Behind the Mule"), and tames them, holding onto their grit but channeling the output through a more delicate filter. She also tackles a few traditional songs ("Soul of a Man," "John the Revelator") and adds four original compositions that easily hold their own when interspersed with the covers. In fact, one of the best parts of this album is hearing Beljin sing her own songs, especially the catchy, falsetto-filled title track. This disc contains almost a full hour of music, and you'll want to hear it all.
- CD Baby

Cincy’s Anna & Milovan have been much talked about, but not by CV, until now. This father-daughter singer-songwriter duo is captivating audiences and making waves (or at least steady ripples) in the local, national and even international music pond. March 10th Anna competes in the Metromix Idol Karaoke Competition. She’ll walk with a grand if she’s chosen and I think that’s a bet with good odds. She really can sing like an Idol. She’s plenty cute too. That never hurts.
- Eastside Vibe