After a number of years as a solo artist, on this album Richman plays his guitar accompanied by a full band, including Hammond organ, back-up singers, and brass. This record is not one of those. As far as I can tell, the style of singing, the melodies, and the lyrics are a lot like what I've been doing for the last ten years. Richman may have solidified his groove long ago, but his songs sound as witty and fresh as ever, and his guitar playing is if anything getting ever more deft. Soon you, too, will surrender to Jonathan.
Resistance is futile.
Sam Hurwitt has been around the block a few times, but he still isn't allowed to cross the street. He writes regularly for the East Bay Express and the Pacific Sun.