In the early '70s, singer-songwriter Michael Franks discovered a tranquil cove far removed from pop-water rapids, and he hasn't budged since. Which is why "Anthology," a two-disc, 31-track, career ...

Franks is best known for his 1976 smooth jazz hit "Popsicle Toes." This year, Franks released a new album, Time Together, with more songs suited for cooling down on summer days.

One of Detroit’s favorite international jazz musicians, singer-songwriter Michael Franks, will return to Detroit Saturday, Aug. 17.