A very independent release from the newly re-formed Weddings, Parties, Anything. It seems that following 1993's King Tide, a mass exodus occurred, leaving only original members Michael Thomas and Mark Wallace to re-form the band. New members Jen Anderson, and Michael Barclay had been helping out on several earlier releases, but it was with this release that they became official members. This short CD seems to be somewhat of a disjointed affair, with a hodgepodge of old songs re-recorded (Nothing Left to Say), cover versions (Canada's Lowest of the Low's Rosy and Gray and Dylan's If You Gotta Go among the four covers), and only four new songs written or co-written by Michael Thomas. In those moments, the true brilliance of Thomas and his band shines through. Where the Highway Meets the Cane features yet another incredible tune and brilliantly witty lyrics. The other new tracks are equally interesting, and one gets the feeling that this CD would have been a lot better had the band waited until they had enough material for an album of their own material. Also included is a mysterious unlisted bonus track, which is pure WPA -- bittersweet with Thomas' achingly beautiful vocals. Musically the band's sound changed somewhat; the folk and rock are there, but now country seems to play a large influence. Although this works well, one misses the hard-edged rock sound of their earlier albums. An overall good album, but not one for the casual listener. ~ Aaron Badgley, Rovi

1		Where the Highway Meets the Cane
2		In a City, Girl
3		Grey Skies
4		Rosy and Gray
5		Wide Open Road
6		Nothing Left to Say
7		A Long Time Between Drinks
8		If You Gotta Go
9		In Your Memory
10		Bonus Track

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