Former Drive-By Trucker Isbell strikes out on his own and, largely, strikes gold with Sirens of the Ditch. Marked by colorful narratives, a ragged rock sensibility and earnest, everyman vocals, these eleven songs mix shades and tones of alt. country, blues, rock and gospel to create a sound that will appeal to fans of artists ranging from Ryan Adams and Leeroy Stagger to John Mellencamp. Especially resonant and winning are "Brand New Kind of Actress", "Chicago Promenade" and "Dress Blues." Buy It