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In The Ever is Hawaii-born Mason Jennings' first attempt with Jack Johnson's Brushfire Records. Like Johnson, Jennings is first and foremost a lyricist, backing his verses with simple musical support. Jennings' usual acoustic-driven songwriting is fully active on this album, ranging from slow, thoughtful ballads to quirky raffi-esque tunes. The album starts well enough with 'Never Knew Your Name'. Bouncy piano chords and snare-heavy jazz drumbeats carry this lighthearted love song as Jennings proclaims "I've been loving you forever, but I never knew your name." 'Something About Your Love' continues with [...]

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• Mason Jennings - Never Knew Your Name