Cold Specks is the stage name of Somali Canadian singer-songwriter Ladan Hussein, who was previously known as Al Spx. Her music has been described as doom-soul. The name Cold Specks is taken from a line in James Joyce's Ulysses ("Born all in the dark wormy earth, cold specks of fire, evil, lights shining in the darkness.").

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Live Review: A State Of Grace

"On the whole, the voices of Mason, O'Sullivan and Clausen do not stand up to the ranges of Tim and Jeff Buckley, nor are they expected to."

Reviews / Live

Live Review: A State Of Grace

Wainwright even requires a lyric sheet for Grace!

Reviews / Album

Album Review: Cold Specks - I Predict A Graceful Expulsion

At any rate, Cold Specks is an anomaly on the popular music scene – rich in timbre and commitment, tangible and resolutely beautiful.

Reviews / Album

Album Review: Cold Specks - I Predict A Graceful Expulsion

"I Predict A Graceful Expulsion is an honest, inspiring and surprisingly spiritual album, laden with spellbinding arrangements that harness [Cold Specks'] potency and haunting talent."

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Cold Specks Signs To Mute

Canadian doom soul merchant Cold Specks signs with Mute.