CityBeat Best of the Best August 4, 2004

David Wolfenberger: World of the Satisfy'n Place

What we said then: "One of the best overall (local or national) CDs of 2001. World is the follow-up to Wolfenberger's 1999 solo debut, Tales From Thom Scarecrow, which established the artist as a musical force with the potential for widespread appeal. World should seal the deal. A calliope grind kicks off the album, leading into the lilting, gorgeous 'Bury Me at Ivesdale.' The song, about his hometown, shows the kind of clever lyricism that he seems to have mastered, balancing heart-felt soul-searching with a touch of sweet witticism. Absolutely brilliant."

In retrospect: Satisfy'n Place indeed garnered Wolfenberger wider attention. Since its release, he's toured Europe several times. He's also collaborated with some of Roots music's best, including Mark Olson and Victoria Williams (Wolfenberger is an official member of the couple's group, The Creekdippers) and Michelle Shocked. The singer/songwriter is currently finishing up work on Satisfy'n Place's follow-up.