Bruce Cockburn - Life Short Call Now

Bruce Cockburn delivers another set of poignant and atmospheric songs. In fact, 'Life Short Call Now' reinforces the notion that the acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter has hit a 21st-century stride - outshining almost anything he's recorded since the 1980sAs revealed on the deft, lilting See You Tomorrow (featuring Ani DiFranco) and the upbeat, folk-tinged Different When It Comes to You. The latter song stands in notable contrast to the spare Beautiful Creatures, a dreamy track that evokes the thought of Peter Gabriel singing a Nick Drake tune. On this admirably strong latter-day outing, Cockburn reminds listeners that he's still a vital performer even three decades into his career.