A Different Lightfoot

Review Score: (8/10)
I am a younger fan of Gordon Lightfoot. The first album I ever heard of his was Gord's Gold Volume 1. This album is definately not like any of his former albums. His voice has aged, but the songs are enjoyable to listen to. I know that a lot of people don't care for the Ringneck Loon song on this album, but I believe it is just one of those songs he recorded to have fun (I do have to admit, I crack up every time I hear it.) Drifters is a great song, my favorite on this album. Boathouse is a different kind of song, depecting a more restless lightfoot, and I have to admit, some of the rhyms are a bit strange. Much to My Surprise is a great song about reminiscence for Lightfoot, and Uncle Toad is enjoyable as well. My Little Love is sort of catchy, but once again, some of the rhyms are not that great. This album really grows on you, it might not really grab your attention at first, but keep listening, and you will come to see it as a valuable edition to your Gordon Lightfoot collection. I enjoy this album and don't get tired of listening to it, I mean, come on, who else would write a song about a loon? Gordon is still the best in my book!

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