Aimee Mann - The Forgotten Arm

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Quality is never an issue with an Aimee Mann album. Even without hearing a note, it’s a certainty that at some level the album will be excellent. With the exception of Magnolia (lessened simply due to the fact that its finest moments are available on Bachelor No. 2), Mann’s catalogue is a five star treasure trove, and The Forgotten Arm is a worthy addition.

Loosely based around the story of a couple called John and Caroline, the album covers the story of their road-trip across 70s America, tying in with their own personal journeys. As always, Mann is an impeccable storyteller, especially on the lyrically poignant but upbeat "Clean Up For Christmas".

Musically, it swings between two styles: "Mott The Hoople meets alt. country" according to Mann herself, with the former obvious on the gently loping "King Of The Jailhouse" and "Little Bombs", the latter in the piano textures that dominate the album but never forsakes the power of a great chorus or an tastefully-placed string section.

In short, there is little here for fans of Mann herself to complain about; this is an excellently written, well produced, solidly played album. And what more does anyone really need? --Thom Allott

1. Dear John
2. King Of The Jailhouse
3. Goodbye Caroline
4. Going Through The Motions
5. I Can’t Get My Head Around It
6. She Really Wants You
7. Video
8. Little Bombs
9. That’s How I Knew This Story Would Break My Heart
10. I Can’t Help You Anymore
11. Clean Up For Christmas
12. Beautiful