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| Disc: 1 |
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| 1. Angel |
| 2. Glisten |
| 3. My Friend |
| 4. Denial |
| 5. Old Man |
| 6. New York Times (Bonus Track) |
| 7. I Love You Dad (Bonus Track) |
| 8. Moonstar (Bonus Track) |
| Disc: 2 |
| 1. I Only Want To Be Alone |
| 2. Wings Of A Lightest Weight |
| 3. The Sound Of My Voice |
| 4. Else And Else But Dead |
| 5. Jesus Be My Friend |
| 6. Fallen Angel |
| 7. Spirit Guides (Bonus Track) |
| 8. Your True Love (Bonus Track) |
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A good start for Macca's son
Jan 9 2012
By steve_manassas
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James McCartney made his recording debut at age 9, on his dad Paul's 1986 album Press to Play, with a brief spoken-word comment ("Dad...you didn't say OK!") on the track "Talk More Talk." He also played guitar on Paul's 1997 Flaming Pie LP. as well as his mother Linda's posthumous 1998 release, Wide Prairie. In addition, James and Paul co-wrote a couple of tracks on 2001's Driving Rain album.
Over the last couple of years, James issued two solo EPs (Available Light and Close at Hand) as digital downloads. They have now been issued as a standard two-CD set, with additional bonus tracks. Although the contents could have fit on a single disc, apparently James chose to maintain the integrity of the EPs by issuing them as separate discs.
The results are quite good; James has the melodic gifts and the lyric-writing capability of his dad. While his voice is not quite as strong as his father's, that may improve with time. As good as James' originals are, my favorite track is the rockabilly cover of Carl Perkins' "Your True Love" (Dad suggested that one, I'm sure).
With Julian and Sean Lennon well-established in their solo careers, plus Dhani Harrison's work with thenewno2 and Fistful of Mercy, not to mention Zak Starkey's timekeeping duties for The Who (his brother Jason is also a drummer), the sons of The Beatles are carving out a fine musical legacy of their own.
Over the last couple of years, James issued two solo EPs (Available Light and Close at Hand) as digital downloads. They have now been issued as a standard two-CD set, with additional bonus tracks. Although the contents could have fit on a single disc, apparently James chose to maintain the integrity of the EPs by issuing them as separate discs.
The results are quite good; James has the melodic gifts and the lyric-writing capability of his dad. While his voice is not quite as strong as his father's, that may improve with time. As good as James' originals are, my favorite track is the rockabilly cover of Carl Perkins' "Your True Love" (Dad suggested that one, I'm sure).
With Julian and Sean Lennon well-established in their solo careers, plus Dhani Harrison's work with thenewno2 and Fistful of Mercy, not to mention Zak Starkey's timekeeping duties for The Who (his brother Jason is also a drummer), the sons of The Beatles are carving out a fine musical legacy of their own.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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macca's son does good
Dec 27 2011
By Ken
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ok, i'm a sucker for the beatle brats, but this is really good power pop/ballad type rock n roll. not quite as melodic as his pops, this is really enjoyable, and just gets better with repeated listens.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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son of a Beatle.
Feb 15 2012
By Tyrone Rex
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They say the apple does not fall far from the tree. In this case, it is true. James McCartney's debut disc is a great first effort, and hopefully the tip of the iceburg of what he has yet to record and deliver. Most of these have a more modern sound that fits today's rock sound. There is one track called "True Love" that would not sound out of place on a Buddy Holly or Gene Vincent LP. James must have listened to his Dad's record collection. I saw James make his live US TV debut on the same stage as his Dad did. (January 30,2012 on David Letterman). They seemed to downplay his lineage. This is probably better, because while he is a melodic singer, his vocal style is quite different. On some of the songs, his voice reminded me a little of Guitarist Dave Davies of the Kinks.His intense wails on the more intense portions of the songs were reminisent of the vocals of Mr. Davies.
Overall, James is his own man. Some fans of the elder McCartney may like and approve it, but I believe he will win an audience of his generation and younger. The piano and use of violins expanded some songs beyond the rock palette. James will hopefully branch out into a diverse composer /arranger. The future may hold a place for another McCartney.
Overall, James is his own man. Some fans of the elder McCartney may like and approve it, but I believe he will win an audience of his generation and younger. The piano and use of violins expanded some songs beyond the rock palette. James will hopefully branch out into a diverse composer /arranger. The future may hold a place for another McCartney.
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