MP3: Magnus Carlson & The Moon Ray Quintet - Sea lion woman
Chances are high this is probably the closest we'll get to Magnus Carlson revisiting the retro kitsch of early Weeping Willows and that's fine, I'll take it. As much as I love those first two albums, it's good that he moved on to try new things and isn't content to repeat himself. That's an admirable quality, as he could easily keep treading water and keep most of his fanbase contented. Admittedly, I'd probably be one of them. Instead, he keeps busy and keeps on trying new things -- sometimes it works (this), sometimes not. No surprise though really, as the idea of Magnus Carlson fronting a jazz-pop combo is not a stretch. Apart from the ridiculous Doors cover (listen here), the material is pure class and his take on the American folk tune "Sea lion woman" earns top marks. I still miss the melodrama, but I am not anti-fun. Enjoy!
Magnus Carlson & The Moon Ray Quintet - Sea lion woman