Seraphina Lotkhamnga on July 16th, 2013

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Mark Lane has always been one to take his time and craft his songs. The follow-up to his 2003 album “Golden State of Mind” didn’t come until 2012, when he released “Something New.” But that’s part of Lane’s charm. Never mind that his vocals are reminiscent of Elvis Costello (although that certainly doesn’t hurt), the new record’s diverse sound palette is a nice sonic haven for pop fans. Some songs such as “Back in the Swing” and “Little Things” are endearing piano tunes whereas other songs such as “Please, Lillanne” and “Something New” are power-pop gems. “The King of Silence,” however, stands out as a somber ballad with a killer guitar solo near the end. If the track weren’t enjoyable enough, Lane has just completed a video with animator Leyla Akdogan (Loch & Key) for the song. As you watch a lonely character experience a mystical journey in black and white, Lane’s vocals perfectly soundtrack the ride.

||| Previously: “Something New”

||| Live: Mark Lane plays Sept. 5 at the Bootleg.