2006-05-08
The songs of Janove Ottensen's solo album, Francis' Lonely Nights, paint a series of portraits that go far beyond the standard singer/songwriter fare. These stories are complemented by arrangements that take unexpected turns and provide the perfect frame for the pictures the lyrics create. Ottesen hails Byrne, Norway--population 7000.Bitter:Sweet
The Mating Game
Various Artists
Catch and Release (Soundtrack)
Nick Lowe
Jesus of Cool (reissue)
Thursday's Child
I Know This Much Is True
The Steinbecks
Far From The Madding Crowd
Murder Party
Murder Party! EP
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