Open Kitchen: “Easier Said Than Done?” (Rescue Music)

Another laid back number dominated by acoustic guitar and sparse instrumentation which allows the lyrics to shine through. Regret is the order of the day, though, and stock misogynistic phrases about the woman who flew the coop are cleverly turned on their head and served up with a knowing relish. Unfortunately, the overall menu of “if only” whimsy lacks any real throat-grabbing spice.