Milkman (Phranc album)

Milkman is an album by the folk singer-songwriter Phranc, released in 1998. It was her first album in seven years; she had spent several years putting on her Neil Diamond tribute act, Hot August Phranc.

The album was nominated for a GLAAD Media Award, in the "Outstanding Music - Album" category.

Production

"Gary" is a song about Phranc's brother, who was murdered in 1991. "Ozzie and Harriet" tells of a one-on-one faltering relationship. "Tzena, Tzena" is sung in Yiddish.

The album title references Phranc's fondness for regularly wearing a milkman's uniform.

Critical reception

The Los Angeles Times wrote that "with its minimalist, sincere folk-pop tunes, Phranc’s first album in seven years integrates the humor and pain in her recent life."

Track listing

All tracks composed by Phranc; except where indicated

1. "Twirly" – 1:48
2. "The Handsome Cabin Boy" (Traditional) – 3:04
3. "Ozzie and Harriet" – 3:37
4. "Yer the One" – 1:42
5. "They Lied" – 2:26
6. "Where Were You?" – 4:28
7. "Gary" – 2:31
8. "Cuffs" – 3:48
9. "Lullaby" – 1:59
10. "Tzena, Tzena" (Traditional) – 1:28

Personnel

• Phranc - Producer, vocals, arranger, guitar
• Warren Bruleigh - Producer
• Anna Waronker - Backing vocals
• Phil Parlapiano - Accordion
• Steve McDonald - Bass guitar
• Tal Bergman - Drums
• Jimmy Sloan - Engineer
• Jeff Skelton - Assistant engineer
• Bill Inglot - Mastering
• Dave Schultz - Mastering
• Howie Idelson - Design
• Rocky Schenck - Photography

References