"Tight Turns in the Sunset" by Mark St. John is an adult rock and alt-country crossover album complete with twang and lots of fun. Mark's voice is playful and raw, with a quality that reminds us of Mark Knopfler. The overall sound is "Old School" with clean yet gritty guitar riffs and a down home sound provided in part on some tracks by banjo. The songwriting makes effective use of repeating memorable melodic patterns that sometimes include a Lou Reed-type singing/talking style. You get more bang for your buck on this album with 17 tracks. The title track "Tight Turns in the Sunset" features some creative lyrics and fun "Woo Hoos." "The Girl She Looks So Fine" pays homage to Stevie Wonder's "Roller Coaster". "It Is What It Is" features banjo, dobro and a "Words to Live by" message. Pick this up if you enjoy alt-country or adult rock artists such as Lou Reed.