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Beth Orton returns with a great band in Central Reservation. The new CD includes a full band, and a wonderful assortment of stringed instruments. Beth's jazz oriented vocals enhance some songs, and take away from others.
The songs themselves describe a myriad of events. For example, "Sweetest Decline" describes the porch setting thinking of a relationship about to end, while "Blood Red River" gives a dark side to jealousy. "Central Reservation," "Pass In Time," and "Feel to Believe" are affirmations of self.
Orton's songs are beautiful, but too closely paced. They are much more fitting to a dark jazz club, than a full stadium, or concert setting. The album is a great achievement, but is inconsistent. One wonders where she wishes to go with the music.
Beth Orton can be reached at: http://www.deconstruction.co.uk
or via snail mail at: Beth Orton, Care of Rough Trade Management, 66 Golborne Road' London W10 5PS
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