Another very beautiful album from Riccardo, probably a "minor," but this, to my taste, only gives an idea of the exceptional quality of the "majors." Beautiful ballads and pop-rock pieces with that irresistible rhythm, featuring lovely "catchy" arrangements, some marked by the participation of Tony Levin on bass. His talent lies in crafting simple songs without ever making them too linear, seeking that touch of uniqueness in the arrangements, in the sounds, especially thanks to his wonderful guitar and his notes with an acidic tone, featuring jagged and irregular rhythms. "Gypsy Love Songs," "Jerusalem on the Jukebox," "Don't Tempt Me," and "Can't Win" are some of the best tracks. Not to mention "Waltzings for Dreamers," which feels a bit like hearing a "Waits" piece sung "Thompson-style." Even in the more linear pop songs, he never crosses the line into banality and flatness; there's always that reassuringly inspiring melodic pleasure, as in "I Still Dream" and "Turning of the Tide." Truly an album I appreciate very much. Mitchell Froome produces and plays all the keyboards. Kirkpatrick is the sound bridge to old England, with his accordion and concertina.
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