David Pajo, celebrated for his contributions to bands like Slint, Tortoise, and Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, has returned with his latest solo project under the alias Papa M: Ballads of Harry Houdini. This album marks his first full-length release since 2018’s acoustic A Broke Moon Rises, showcasing a shift back to electric compositions. With six tracks that traverse genres from rock to folk, Pajo continues to push the boundaries of his musical expression. But is it worth your time? Let’s dig into what the critics think.
