Music Road Records

What They Are Saying

“The songs on this little–known Austinite’s self–released second album are simple on the surface, poetry underneath — hence Townes Van Zandt comparisons. Despite the six–piece band and various guests (including Gurf Morlix), this is understated, affecting music, and even the songs that don’t quote old gospel standards (Orphan; Odessa) sound like you’ve always known them.”
— Sylvie Simmons, MOJO

“Baker doesn’t make it easy on the listener— there are no explanations and no comforting reassurances. But the songs do offer the startling recognition of lives that are as messy and disappointing as those in the real world–lives that rarely make it through the simplifying process of pop culture.”
— Geoffrey Himes, PASTE

“Baker demonstrates a true gift for narrative songwriting, particularly telling stories in which the American Dream has gotten a little tarnished.”
— Michael Berick, All Music Guide

Song Samples