a powerful set of songs from start to finish, it’s clear that these anthems are delivered with fierce sentiment, and the meaty production drives that message home with a melodic heft.

Booth is an Englishman in America, and that particular perspective on Donald Trump’s American carnage couldn’t help but have an impact on the writing of the record. As well as biting social commentary, ‘Living In Extraordinary Times’ also sees Booth speak frankly about deeply personal issues. On ‘Coming Home (Pt. 2)’, he writes - not for the first time - about the pain of being a father on tour away from a young child. That song features an appearance from long-time James collaborator Brian Eno. ***the deluxe cd is housed in a hardback book and includes an additional 1 bonus track and 3 demos***