There are only a handful of albums I've listened to more than Lightness, and it still gets me every time. Peter and the Wolf is the chosen pseudonym of one Brian Redding Hunter (known simply as Red Hunter, which is a cool name). On Lightness, Hunter presents a series of oh-so pretty folk tunes, mostly telling tales of his past loves both good and bad. But Hunter never sounds bitter; he knows every relationship was well worth it, even if it didn't work out. These songs are heart-warming and charming. In fact, they practically radiate a comforting warmth that makes Lightness a perfect listen for a winter's day, or just any day you don't feel up to going outside. It's a happy sadness. Mostly guitar, piano, lots of oohhs and aahhs, and every kind of percussion except drums, the album sounds like it was recorded in a cabin in the mountains, or else beside a campfire.
In addition, Hunter apparently has a pretty big rep for incredible live shows. He's showed up on stage with 20 back-up singers, played shows on rooftops, on islands only accessible by boat, in graveyards, and instead of a tour bus, he used a sailboat for his last tour.
Peter and the Wolf - Lightness (2006)
Buy the album here.
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