These two musicians are extemely talented, but the best part of their duo is how comfortable they each are with their respective roles. The music is well-written, well-played, well-sung and magically melded. The blend reminds me of some of the great duos of our recent times: Fagan and Becker, Loggins and Messina, Crosby and Stills, Simon and Garfunkel, Hall and Oates, even Lennon and McCartney. Behind each of these duos was excellent songwriting, flawless musicianship, and exceptional harmony. Straw Dogs plays the kind of music that makes you glad to be alive on Earth. Like a good book, I'm a little sad when the CD is over. Fortunately, I can just listen to it again!