Charles Jenkins And The Amateur Historians : The Past Is Never Where You Think You Left It
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Charles Jenkins And The Amateur Historians : The Past Is Never Where You Think You Left It

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After the success of Too Much Water In The Boat last year, Charles Jenkins returns with a new album inspired by life in this great city of ours. Many different themes are explored, from public transport to well-known landmarks. Jenkins’ distinctive folk vocals and great harmonies (with his Amateur Historians David Milne and Douglas Robertson) are on show throughout.

The Past Is Never Where You Think You Left It is a somewhat humorous, yet at times heartbreaking, record. It opens with The Melbourne Eye, one of the best songs on the album. Jenkins reflects on a driving nuisance in Hook Turn,and a popular tourist attraction in Victoria Market. Little Audrey pays tribute to the iconic Skipping Girl. Chloe details the moving story behind the historic painting, delivered mostly in spoken word. This track in particular highlights Jenkins’ excellent songwriting ability.

The Past Is Never Where You Think You Left It is an impressive album from Charles Jenkins that will leave you wanting to hear more.

BY ALI BIRNIE