Mark R. Kent's CD, "The Fisherman's Patience", sends us back to the salty seas of folk with a collection that spans traditional pieces with stops that dock in bluegrass, celtic, instrumental longings, traditional folk, and country. The opening track, "Rake and Ramblin' Sailor Lad", is a rapid two-step traditional song that treasures the love of 'sailing on the salty sea'. The harmonies on track 2, "Ambletown" are infectious. The clear and concise articulation of all the parts support Kent's voice perfectly with a lushness that paints beautifully against the acoustic guitar and percussion support. Track 5, "The Fisherman's Patience", is a somber and kind instrumental guitar-based piece. The percussion choices that kick in after the first movement ring with bells and wood blocks. Track 6, "The Golden Vanity", chronicles the sinking of a ship in the 'lowlands'. The traditional 2-step is a happy little ditty with Kent performing with a natural appeal - he's in his element. Track 9, "A Capital Ship", is a carnival of sound and folk tradition. Tuba is employed and makes the tune. Clearly this song needs a group of 30 drunk sailors in unison during the chorus. Kent continues his love for folk and traditional writings. The valuable support he receives from Jimmy Hunter of Cazador Recording in L.A. is well documented on the liner notes and the music itself from a production, arrangement, and performance standpoint. Also of note are musical contributions from Bobbo Staron and Jamie Palumbo - both of whom are on earBuzz. An overall well done package of enjoyable salty tunes.