In this day and age when record companies show little discrimination over what they churn out in pursuit of easy money the genuine talents face an even bigger struggle. I first heard of Alejandro Escovedo through Buick MacKane but I'll be honest and say that I've paid little heed to his solo work since - more fool me. This is an excellent cd full of great songs. bursting with life and superbly produced by Tony Visconti. Why then has it not,apparently been released in the UK? Buy this cd, try this cd with confidence (Get it from Amazon.com = it's half this price including postage). An essential cd from a much under-rated artist!