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.
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Let's Frolic
GRUFF RHYS
Hotel Shampoo
R.E.M.
Unplugged 1991&2001 The Complete Recordings
DUSTY SPRINGFIELD
– Dusty in Memphis
ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW
Sweet Soulful Music
THE ICICLES
Arrivals & Departures
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