Our congratulations to Northern Portrait vocalist and rhythm guitarist Stefan Larsen on his promotion to The Saint Larsen, especially as such designations typically are bestowed posthumously. Although Northern Portrait remains a working band (a new album will be released soon), Stefan has been writing and recording on his own. We only have the one song – “Middleman” – to evaluate, but it suggests that the upcoming album Show Geezer will capture our ears. “Middleman” is a deft bit of songcraft with hints of ’60s/70s songwriters Emitt Rhodes and Harry Nilsson.
“Middleman” is out now via Matinee Recordings, which also will release the album.