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Chaos and Creation in the Backyard

Paul McCartney (Performer) | Format: Audio CD
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
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1. Fine Line
2. How Kind of You
3. Jenny Wren
4. At the Mercy
5. Friends to Go
6. English Tea
7. Too Much Rain
8. Certain Softness
9. Riding to Vanity Fair
10. Follow Me
11. Promise to You Girl
12. This Never Happened Before
13. Anyway

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Sir Paul is an elder statesman now, but Chaos and Creation in the Backyard finds him in considered and tastefully restrained form, penning songs worthy of his finest hour. McCartney crafts this collection of songs with exquisite balance, lining up haunting chimes and heartfelt lyrics ("Riding to Vanity Fair") alongside pounding "Hey Bulldog"-esque chords and eerily Beatles-ish multitracked vocals ("Promise to You Girl," "Fine Line") and, most impressively, distinctively new yet timeless gems of songcraft ("Anyway," "Jenny Wren"). Emotionally, Chaos and Creation manages to avoid being mired in oversentimentality, while retaining a powerful, understated sincerity. Poignant though it is, however, the record is essentially positive and hopeful: Sir Paul's playfulness beams through in his intonation, which picks up a line such as "It's not right/In your life/Too much rain" and breathes life and optimism into its words. "English Tea" completes the package, an unrepentantly twee serving of Anglo-nostalgia with recorder. Chaos and Creation in the Backyard displays the full range of McCartney's inimitable talent, presenting listeners with one of his finest solo albums. --Jonti Davies

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One of his best solo releases. Aug 24 2006
By Andrew
Having purchased McCartney's complete catologue, I would have to say that this is one of his best, solo releases. Each song is distinct in it's own right and it's great to hear Paul play all of the instruments himself - as he did with McCartney, McCartney 2 and (for the most part), Band on the Run, Flaming Pie and Tug of War (to name a few). I don't know how some of the other reviews called this CD boring! Each song is very distinct and show's McCartney ability to write songs in many different styles. How can anyone say that "Jenny Wren", "English Tea", "A Certain Softness", "Promise to you Girl" and "Fine Line" all sound the same?? They are all very, very different in style. English Tea and Jenny Wren could easily fit on the White Album. They are that good. Beautiful lyrics, melody and instrumentation. All in all, this is a fantastic CD and should have won the Grammy for Album of the Year (sorry, Bono). Overall, a classic McCartney album and it definitely rates of one of my favourite McCartney releases. It's not a rocker - but who cares? It's a solid album. A must buy.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic McCartney Jun 10 2006
By Dr. Richard Daystrom
McCartney's musical renaissance continues with "Chaos and Creation." As a Beatles, early solo McCartney, and Wings fan, there was something here for me in every track. It's as if this is the lost Wings album that I just discovered. There are echoes here of White Album Beatles, with its simple guitar work. Magical Mystery Tour or Sgt. Pepper's type humor and harmony are here too. I was frequently reminded also of Abbey Road, Ram, Red Rose Speedway and London Town.

Every track here has a classic, almost timeless sound, with sincere, mature lyrics that speak to anyone's life. I absolutely love this thoughtful, beautiful sounding recording.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars McCartney Still Has It July 30 2006
By Constantine
I don't know why anyone is giving this CD a bad revue it is very good. If you are looking for a rock CD this is not the CD for you, the songs are slow but quite catchy. I loved this CD.
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Most recent customer reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Nothing Impressive
Paul must be getting old, this album is not very impressive for this fantastic musician. Fine Line is the best on the album and the rest are not very memorable. Read more
Published on Feb 15 2006 by Ken Burkholder
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice
Nice to see the ex-Beatle still putting out great products. His performance at the Grammys was simply phenomenal and this, his latest album, makes a great addition to your... Read more
Published on Feb 13 2006
1.0 out of 5 stars The only Macca album that is a cure for insomnia!
For the past few years, Sir Paul has taken particular umbrage in interviews at the old "You were the balladeer; Lennon was the rocker" comparisons. Read more
Published on Dec 27 2005 by John Russell
2.0 out of 5 stars Tired and Disjointed
I am a Paul McCartney fan, however in my humble opinion this CD is lacking in many ways. Paul McCartney sounds tired in many of the tunes. Read more
Published on Dec 20 2005 by Ed S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Back to the good McCartney
This CD is almost the best McCartney has done since he broke with the Beatles. It is tight a bit like other Wings stuff, but in best. He rose to the top, this time.
Published on Nov 17 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars A Class Act in a Class All By Himself!
Paul McCartney, never at a loss for creating extraordiary songs does not disappoint on this collection either. The music is pure McCartney; the lyrics nonpareil. Read more
Published on Nov 15 2005
3.0 out of 5 stars Strong album marred by copy protection
Unlike many aging artists, Paul McCartney continues to evolve as musician. From what I have listened to, this is a good album. Read more
Published on Nov 11 2005 by "stint"
4.0 out of 5 stars Listen Twice.... You'll Love It
Like others I've talked to, I didn't love this album on first listen. Then I listened a second time, and a third, and... Read more
Published on Nov 2 2005 by David Empey
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing songs..
It's only woowww. Fine Line, How kind of you, Jenny Wren (I enjoyed it so much) , At the Mercy, Follow me and Anyway are my favourite songs. I recommend you to buy it. Read more
Published on Oct 22 2005 by Serdar
1.0 out of 5 stars This one sucks
I am very disappointed in this cd for a number of reasons. First, there are only 2 or 3 really good songs that I would want to hear more than occasionallly. Read more
Published on Oct 14 2005
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