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.
MATT PLESSNER
A Forever Recovery
THE BROKEN WEST
Now or Heaven
David Pack's Napa Crossroads
NAPA Crossroads
Drive-By Truckers
A Blessing And A Curse
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Diamonds In The Dark
Chuck Prophet
Age of Miracles
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