Album Review: Old Man Luedecke - I Never Sang Before I Met You

Earthy, plucked banjo permeates this twee acoustic offering from Canadian troubadour Chris Luedecke, who simultaneously feels like your cool dad/daggy friend. The homely lilt of his voice carries the rhythmic simplicity of opener Baby, We'd Be Rich, which recalls Paul Simon folksiness. Later songs don't equal this track's cute smarts and wormy, energetic little melody. However they achieve exactly what they set out to, maintaining the light and honest quality of this down-to-earth storyteller. He plays Flying Saucer Club, 4 May; Burrinja Café & Bar, Upwey, 6 May.