Additional personnel includes: Yoad Nevo (various instruments).

Producers: Yoad Nevo, Jem Griffiths, Ge-ology.

Personnel: Yoad Nevo (acoustic guitar, electric guitar, Spanish guitar, banjo, sitar, recorder, keyboards, double bass, percussion); Justin Griffiths (acoustic guitar, Fender Rhodes piano); Paul Herman (acoustic guitar); Danny Griffin (bass programming).

Audio Mixer: Yoad Nevo.

Recording information: Jem's Bedroom, London, England; Jem's Brother's Bedroom; Jem's Lounge, London, England; Jem's Mum's Spare Bedroom; Matrix Studios, NY; Willows School, Tremorfa.

Photographers: Lorna Butler; Michael Lavine.

Arrangers: Jem; Nick Ingman; Yoad Nevo.

FINALLY WOKEN marks the recording debut of Welsh singer/songwriter Jem Griffiths. With a voice that brings to mind Beth Orton and songs that sometimes echo the poppier aspects of atmospheric electronic acts such as Air and Royksopp, Jem unveils tunes that are custom-made for lounge, cafe, and bedroom listening. The breezy title track floats on gentle ocean sounds and a light acoustic guitar line, while the slightly upbeat "They" glides on funky rhythms and a vintage Swingle Singers vocal sample. Mixing up the chill-out vibe, however, are dramatic, guitar-driven songs such as "Come On Closer" and "Falling for You." FINALLY WOKEN's highlight, though, is the amazingly infectious "Just a Ride," a joyous ode to carefree living. Given her confident singing and the eclectic mix of styles presented on this album, Jem should easily appeal to fans of Orton, Dido, and Sarah McLachlan.