For over thirty years, Robyn Hitchcock has been cranking out album after album of superb psych-pop. Describing the stylistic elements on his latest is like describing the man’s career. It is at various points rocking, folky and pastoral. As usual, it’s a great set of songs performed wonderfully. Listening to the album, it’s easy to forget the man is 56 years old.

Goodnight Oslo is Hitchcock’s second album with The Venus 3. They’re not quite as vibrant as his former band, The Egyptians, but they’re an excellent compliment to Hitchcock’s sensibilities. Their premier collaboration, Ole Tarantula, was a solid effort. With Goodnight Oslo, the players have really come together. All the musicians sound at ease with each other. No one’s hesitating to bring a little personality into their part, and no one’s stealing anyone else’s thunder.

I’m not sure that this album will win Hitchcock a new legion of fans, but for people already riding the Hitchcock train, it’s a highly enjoyable addition to the man’s catalog.