Colin Blunstone recorded his first solo album (after the Zombies broke up) in 1971, and it's wavered in and out of availability domestically ever since. While this 2007 re-release has no extras or refurbishments, it doesn't need to--it is a nearly perfect album of sweet ballads, gutsy rock, and even some blue-eyed soul. The sensitive arrangements, replete with strings, supports Blunstone's achingly lovely voice.
Professional Reviews
Uncut (p.96) - 4 stars out of 5 -- "[I]t's Chris Gunning's baroque string arrangements that really stand out, bringing a pleasing continuity, wholly in tune with Blunstone's breathy vocals."
Magnet (p.92) - "[P]roper pop songs both upbeat and soulful. The root of all chamber-pop beauty is here..."
