That's a pity, because Gough's latest release under his quirky nom de plume is as rich and satisfying as any of his discs to date. The ornate presentation often gives the proceedings the feel of a Broadway musical, especially on tracks such as "Welcome to the Overground," which contains a chorus rousing enough to make theatergoers demand a refund for their Rent tickets. But Gough still leaves room for intimacy, as the tune "Without a Kiss" matches the romanticism of anything in James Blunt's catalog -- and without the syrupy aftertaste.