Notes From the Lost Civilization by Tonio K. (CD, Mar-2005, Gadfly Records)

Tonio K came without much fanfare, and did a Syd Barrett disappearing act after putting out some high quality material."Without Love" is the opening track and it sets the wistful tone of the album. "Children's Crusade" I consider a classic as well. "Stay" was my theme song as I was going through a nasty breakup at the time of this release. "City Life" also hit the spot, as I lived in Chicago at the time..."You Were There" is one of the most heartfelt songs of this genre EVER."I Can't Stand It" is a breezy funk-style pop tune, as is "I Can't Stop"."Where Is That Place?" T-Bone Burnett's stamp is all over the production and that just adds to the quality. Non-formulaic CCM. I wish I could find more like it...