Favorite New Release of the Week - Mar. 18th, 2008

Adam Green - Sixes & Sevens

This album is full of Adam Green's most mature attempts at songwriting to date.  In the past I think some people were unsure if they were supposed to laugh at Adam's songs or take them seriously.  Maybe it was both.  Regardless, while there are a number of tongue-in-cheek moments here, it's hard to not take this round of songs very seriously.  That's because the majority of tracks on Sixes & Sevens are extremely lush, filled at one point or another with just about every instrument and style conceivable.

One of the first tracks that really stood out to me was the pan flute-infused "You Get So Lucky".  This track shows what a great voice Adam has.  He certainly possesses a chameleon-like quality at times with a healthy bit of Leonard Cohen showing up here.  Another track that stands out is the country-ish duet "Drowning Head First" that finds a charming back-and-forth between Green and girlfriend Loribeth Capella.  I also enjoy the western-campfire vibe of "Bed of Prayer".  The previous mentions of country and/or western influence is prevalent on this record, a clear acknowledgment by Mr. Green of his love for all things Nashville.

Regardless of your personal tastes in music I think you'll be able to find something you like on this record.  Finally, I think old fans will be happy with the progression on the album and all of Adam's new fans, ala Juno, will also be excited by what they hear.

• Adam Green - "Morning After Midnight" from Sixes & Sevens
• Adam Green - "Getting Led" from Sixes & Sevens