Other Ways of Speaking

The chances of anyone going into their local record emporium and asking for the above-monikered record without visibly blushing must be zilch. This is actor Russell Crowe’s busman’s holiday outfit and their latest album blends MOR ballads like ‘Painted Veil’ with synthy, Alabama 3 style workouts such as ‘Mission Beat’ and rockers like ‘What’s Her Name’. Well-played and produced – the only weak point here is Crowe’s crowing.