Kerli's crafted another world for us. It's a world where creativity reigns, boundaries don't exist and possibilities are endless. On her debut album Love is Dead (Island/Def Jam), the 21-year-old Estonian artist explores years of pain, loss and sadness through music that simultaneously recalls the raw catharsis of KoRn's groundbreaking debut and the ethereal, sonic witchery of Portishead's now-classic Dummy. Love is Dead is more than just "alternative music;" it's alternative art. Kerli's vision extends far beyond the notes recorded on her CD, and that's instantly apparent from her twisted fairytale aesthetic. On the title track, she paints a tangible picture of desolation and heartache. Her voice seamlessly shifts from an entrancing, hypnotic croon to a strange, pained wail. However, she never loses sight of the melody. Even though the first track is dark, it's extremely catchy. "Walking On Air" begins with a creepy keyboard lullaby, and then it segues into a huge chorus. The

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