Like its predecessor, 2005's Mercury Prize-nominated "Coles Corner," Richard Hawley's new album, named after another Sheffield, England, landmark, is focused on matters of the heart. The sentiments are usually either painful or longingly bittersweet, but they're all delivered in Hawley's trademark baritone croon. From the elegant orchestral opener "Valentine" through the rumbling and somber "The Sun Refused to Shine," the album moves from affecting ballads ("Our Darkness") to more playful rockabilly ("Serious," "I'm Looking for Someone to Find Me"), Johnny Cash-inspired country ("Dark Road") and touches of doo-wop ("Tonight the Streets Are Ours," "Lady Solitude"). Hawley remains the right voice to bring this subject matter to life. —Jill Menze