Adrian Crowley. An Irish singer songwriter in the vein of Leonard Cohen. Scott Walker. Jacques Brel. Old school. Chamber songs with lots of space and poetry. Observations of a gentle, loving and thoughtful kind. I'll listen to it as I prepare for my half eight in Dussledorf.
Crowley is a craftsman. Measure Of Joy is his tenth album. Since 1999. He has a body of work. He's not as well known as he ought to be. But those who are aware of him treasure him. I certainly do. He's one for those who appreciate the finer things in life. A glass of red wine occasionally.
The songs of Measure Of Joy are not sad exactly so much as reflective. There's genuine space. Space is used so well. Words and melody too. This is some record. I urge you to hear it !
You're right about the use of space, Bruce. There's a real confidence and artistry to it. I really like Swimming in the Quarry, in particular.
ReplyDeleteIt's a great record. One you really need to get to know well with multiple plays. But I've got another record to write about tomorrow. Another of yours Darren. Advanced thanks.
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