Pat Malone's lyrical ability and energy has always been there. He's always had an admirable raw edge to his recordings. This time is different, in the best way possible. Dearest Hearts takes all the most grandiose and lovely parts of Pat's songwriting and brings it to the forefront. The lyrics are moving, the music is beautiful, and the production is pristine. Lighting never strikes in the same place twice but Pat keeps striking lighting down with his music. Keep it up. =)