New CD finds Cohn walking in mediocrity

Cohn did some experimenting with different instruments on this album, which definitely adds depth to each song. He used the sitar, mandolin, and added horns to the repertoire.

The first song, "Already Home," definitely has the same feel and tone that is reminiscent of his prior two albums, but with a jazzy twist to it.

The lyrics are decent, yet have no real emotion or driving force. "Girl of Mysterious Sorrow" has a folky ambience - somewhat like "True Companion," one of the better songs on Cohn's debut album. Of all the songs on this album, "Girl of Mysterious Sorrow" has the best chance at getting any radio airplay.

Several of the songs on this album sound as if they are meant to be sung by someone else. For instance, "Providence" sounds very much like a Counting Crows tune. Along with that seemingly eerie tune, Cohn unknowingly does a nice Tom Petty impression on such songs as "Lost You in the Canyon," and "Saints Preserve Us."

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	Marc Cohn Burning the Daze Reprise 2 stars Reviewed for the Daily by Ryan Malkin

Along with the folky-rock songs on "Burning the Daze," a nice smooth piano tune, "Healing Hands," shows great harmony between the piano and Cohn's voice.

It is quite reminiscent of Cohn's earlier work. "Turn On Your Radio" has an eloquent arrangement and utilizes portions of John Lennon's "I've Got a Feeling."

"Burning the Daze" is a relaxing album perfect to study to, but has no great originality. It doesn't seem like Cohn pushed his musical talents to their limits.

He may not have wanted to lose his audience, but not striving to put out something terribly innovative may not be the best way to keep the audience he had upon the release of his last album.

All of the songs are produced and written well, yet do not evoke any real emotion from the listener. And while "Burning the Daze" is listenable, Marc Cohn's first album remains, by far, his best work to date.

03-24-98