A very smooth and mellow album by one of Ireland’s great contemporary songwriters. Luka explores his interior life and finds himself at peace. His expressive guitar work and laid back voice are beautifully complimented by the haunting tenor sax of Kenneth Edge. Outstanding selections include Primavera, Middle Course June and City of Chicago. My favorite song on the album, No Matter Where You Go, There You Are tells a story symbolic of the new Ireland. An Algerian leaves his home, travels around Europe and in Paris is inspired by an Irish fiddler. He follows him home and now works in Galway selling souvenirs on the street. A typical Irish song in the year 2006, but beautifully told and performed.

LB 005 CD $16