Folkie singer/songwriter 's self-titled debut has the easygoing lope and music influences of or , and his voice is oddly similar to that of , with the same slightly nasal quality and occasionally bluesy inflections. Though is an agreeable listen, perfect for any anti-chain coffeehouse or independent bookstore, its lack of genuinely catchy tunes or thought-provoking lyrics means it tends to slip quickly from memory. The main exception is the thoughtful which features 's most affecting vocal. Too much of the rest is simply pleasant. ~ Stewart Mason