The Hilversum singer / songwriter Ad Vanderveen has been making neither good nor bad albums for years. He makes Ad Vanderveen albums. Worlds Within fits in effortlessly as a collection of tasteful and mature songs. These are performed semi-acoustically by a closely playing ensemble, consisting of, among others, a trombone player and a Hammond organist who is also at home on the accordion. Vanderveen
… himself is an excellent acoustic guitarist. Heartbreak, a drinking problem or other blues do not seem to be direct motives for Vanderveen, but his songs have a philosophical slant and never make sense. His vocals sound warm and ripe and are beautifully colored by the second voice of . Folk and bluegrass elements come together beautifully in this work by a thoroughbred artist. This is his music with which he, rightly, managed to win over a loyal fan base. (MR)more
