Aimee Mann - Bachelor No.2

Has there ever been a finer author of the opening lyric than Ms. Mann, c.f. “As we were speaking of the Devil, you walked right in”? Her insight doesn’t end there – these are beautifully crafted tales of mature disappointment in herself and those she has trusted. As lyrically captivating on its umpteenth listen as it was immediate on first encounter, these are songs that ally a fierce talent for identifying a tune with an unrivalled eye for human interaction. If at times it paints a picture of a world that’s almost overwhelmingly bleak, only a fool could complain when it’s this engrossing to be a part of. (Barry Glynn)