DELANEY DAVIDSON "Self Decapitation"

(Voodoo Rhythm Records) Though he often performs live as a “One Man Ghost Orchestra,” most of the tracks on this New Zealander’s new CD have plenty of guest musicians to liven up the sound. Often straying into cabaret territory, he’s no Tom Waits clone. Swampy, rootsy and atmospheric, the mixture of influences here leads to many pleasant surprises.