The Boatman's Call — 1997

A hushed, piano-led record of heartbreak and faith, a stark turn toward intimacy. Beautiful and acclaimed. His most personal. Worth exploring once you've heard the obvious entry points.

On vinyl: The CD may actually be the better-value format here, but reissues are increasingly available.

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