No Resemblance Whatsoever
Omnivore, 2025
8/10
Listen to No Resemblance Whatsoever
Originally released in 1995, this collaboration between the singer-songwriter Dan Fogelbert and jazz flutist Tim Weisberg made quite an impression in the area of soft-rock, and now 30 years later it’s available again on CD and vinyl for the first time.
Fogelbert’s warm piano opens the listen with the intimate “Country Clare”, where Weisberg’s dreamy flute adds much to the beauty, and “Forever Jung” follows with rhythm, where Vinnie Colaiuta’s crisp drums suit the playful wind and Neil Stubenhaus’ lively bass.
Halfway through, “Isle Au Haut” showcases Fogelberg’s pretty key playing amid a hazy backdrop of softness and warmth, while “The Face Of Love” emits flowing singing from Fogelberg that takes help from Oren, Julia and Maxine Waters’ soulful backing vocals and Michael Landau’s meticulous electric guitar.
Landing near the end, “Stasia” recruits strings via the elegant and soothing delivery, and “Windward” exits with Weisberg’s soothing flute guiding the rich poetic finish.
Somewhat of a companion album to their 1978 release, Twin Sons Of Different Mothers, the pair did plenty of individual work between the records, and they brought those experiences and skills to this timeless listen in the area of soft rock.
Travels well with: Jackson Browne- Downhill From Everywhere; JD Souther- You’re Only Lonely