Adrian James Croce

Adrian James Croce is AJ's fifth studio record and his first for his own Seedling Records, in conjunction with Eleven Thirty Records/Redeye Distribution. Croce found inspiration in the recording process for the new album. 'I didn't have the pressures that I had in the past,” reflect Croce. “There was no one from an A&R department that needed a 'hit', or an agent that wanted me on the road, or even a manager that thought my music should sound a certain way. There were no stylists for the cover, no PR firm for the liner notes and no radio team that needed more of whatever radio teams need.' This positive environment is evident throughout the record and Croce has never sounded better. From the Costello-influenced 'Don't Let Me Down' through other standout tracks like 'Lying On The Ground', 'Baby Tonight' and 'Too Soon' the record sparkles on every track with maturity and elegance. (eleven thirty records)