Abandoned Garden

Just what I would expect from Michael Franks. This is a wonderful tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim. Calm, peaceful, and heartfelt is how I would describe this CD. All the songs have that lazy, rainy day momentum. Great music to listen to. I just bought this CD in June 2011, however, it was released in 1995. It's timeless. It never gets old. This CD has gotten me through many days at work. My favorites are "Hourglass", "Eighteen Aprils", "In the Yellow House", and "Abandoned Garden". I like Djavan's version of "Bird of Paradise" better. If you like Michael Franks, you'll love this CD.

Michael Franks does it yet again with "Abandoned Garden". I can't add anything more positive than what other reviewers have already provided, except to say this a "first rate" effort!Five stars for "Abandoned Garden"...

Expected more from Mr. Franks, musically.Not nearly up to par with earlier work.

Good music. Easy listening, and smooth---------.I would highly recommend this CD. The quality of the music is excellent and awesome.

This one is one of this singer's albums ever. Adsolutly well worth a listen. Ideal for any music library. Fantastic.

Excellent music I can never get enough of Michael Franks sexy voice and his songs of music are always enjoyable!

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The album is basic Michael Franks at his best! Wonderful compositions, incredible musicians and a perfect tribute to Jobim. I highly recommend this CD.