The instrumental counterpart to the more song-based Songs and Other Things, Around recalls the legendary guitar slinger’s last solo album, the sublime Warm and Cool. At first blush these meditative tunes may seem raw, even fragmentary, but repeat exposures reveal a charming collection of considered guitar-playing craftsmanship. A must for any Verlaine, or for that matter electric guitar, fan.

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