Ray LaMontagne:
Gossip In The Grain

By: Eric Zimmermann Ray LaMontagne's third album, Gossip in the Grain (RCA Victor) was billed as an artistic step forward for the reclusive singer-songwriter from New England's backwoods. But the change here is marginal, and that's a good thing. There are few unforced errors to be found in this subtle, textured if at times placid collection of songs. LaMontagne's debut, Trouble, garnered well-earned comparisons to Van Morrison. Both warm and heart wrenching, Trouble, on the strength of th...

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