Aaron Lee Tasjan — Stellar Evolution

Aaron Lee Tasjan’s album “Stellar Evolution” (Blue Elan Records) to be is full of jangly, sparkly, carefully produced melodies tossed together with smart, effective lyrics. Some of the best sort of folks in modern music can evoke many a figurehead from the past (Flying Burrito Brothers, Electric Light Orchestra, Frank Zappa,) but take enough of their own musical personality to make it a personal affair and a welcome update that puts new laces on old shoes.