Anneli Drecker's ethereal voice first became known through the music of her band, Bel Canto back in the 80s. With her characteristic experimental singing style, often compared to other wonderful singers such as Lisa Gerrard and Liz Frasier, Anneli has had the possibility to collaborate with many great artists. She has participated in projects with Hector Zazou, Jah Wobble, Gavin Friday, DJ Krush, Royksopp, Simon Raymonde and A-Ha amonst many others. "Rocks & Straws", is a homecoming album, an ode to her native town and region. The songs are based on lyrics by the Norwegian poet Arvid Hanssen and translated to English by artist and writer Roy-Frode Lovland. Very much an acoustic record based on recording techniques from the 70s. The music is played live, with some of Norway's finest musicians: Guitarist Eivind Aarset, drummer Rune Arnesen, bassist Ole Vegard Skauge, and The Arctic Philharmonic, Tromso's acclaimed orchestra. Apart from singing Anneli plays the piano and organ, and has produced the recording with the musicians.