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Although he's managed by the same folks that handle the careers of Jessica and Ashlee Simpson -- and counts the latter among his ex-paramours -- this 20-ish singer-guitarist isn't just another glossy popster. Yes, he's got pin-up looks and a fair amount of coy attitude, but he's also a surprisingly nuanced songwriter and guitarist, as evidenced by this full-length bow, which falls squarely in the Jason Mraz/John Mayer end of the sonic spectrum. He lists towards the former on songs like the acoustic-but-rhythmic "Exit to Exit," which is buoyed by a soaring chorus and a deft, memorable guitar hook that propels the dusky tale. Romance comes to the fore on "True," a whisper-sweet-nothings ballad that's likely to inspire many a slow dance come prom season. The disc is certainly not without its flaws -- Cabrera's tenor is a bit too pure and innocent to pull off the sort of dissipation he attempts with "On the Way Down" -- but thanks to the production of Goo Goo Doll John Rzeznik and Cabrera's easygoing delivery, Take It All Away racks up far more hits than misses.
Condition:Brand new factory sealed.
TRACK LISTINGS
1. Let's Take Our Time
2. On the Way Down
3. True
4. Exit to Exit
5. 40 Kinds of Sadness
6. Echo Park
7. Take It All Away
8. Shame on Me
9. She's
10. Illusions
11. Blind Sight
12. On the Way Down [Acoustic Version]
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