As evidenced by her catalog, singer/songwriter Mia Doi Todd isn't one to deny her obsessions. From her early indie folk and chanson-tinged recordings in the late 20th century to her embrace of electronica and global traditions in this one, she's freely indulged influences, from Joni Mitchell and Édith Piaf to Maria Bethânia, Vashti Bunyan, and Flying Lotus. Songbook, Vol. 1 is her second consecutive covers album. It stands in stark contrast to 2014's gorgeous Floresta, a set of Brazilian tunes cut on location. This offering finds her on more familiar linguistic terrain and pays homage to early and contemporary inspirations. The album was recorded and mixed by Todd and husband/multi-instrumentalist Jesse Peterson, with engineering and keyboard assistance from Money Mark. Other cast members include drummer/percussionists John Herndon (Tortoise) and Alberto López (Jungle Fire, Quetzal), longtime bassist Gabe Noel, guitarist Aaron Zee, Jimmy Tamborello (Dntel, Postal Service) on electronics, and Inga's Sam Gendel on saxophone.

1		Only Love Can Break Your Heart
2		Close to Me
3		When Doves Cry
4		Between the Bars
5		Who Knows Where the Time Goes?
6		Careful You
7		A Love of Your Own
8		Pancho and Lefty
9		The Circle Game