BASCO BELIEVES
Melancholic Melodies (An Ocean Awaits)
★★★★
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
Top-notch folk roots music. Just about says it all really. Though, as the title suggests, there are hints of melancholy in varying degrees, from the first gentle notes of acoustic guitar accompanied by whisper soft Hammond organ, it is obvious that this fireside winter's afternoon album is going to blow a gust of warmth into the room. This is simple, roll-your-own music. Much like Passenger's recent album, without letting go of his rolling rhythm and clever, tuneful vocal, Swede Johan Orjansson meanders from track to track, letting go of his histories and feelings with a soft, gentlemanly muster. Totally the best thing I've heard all week. This is a faultless record.