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From: elf@utcsri.UUCP (Eugene Fiume)
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Subject: Re: J. Tull and Richard&Linda
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Date: Tue, 7-May-85 01:45:48 EDT
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> 	Speaking of Fairport Convention, does anyone have any thoughts
> about the new Richard and Linda Thompson solo albums ? Compared to say,
> "Shoot Out the Lights" ?
> 
> jcpatilla
> 

I reviewed a couple of recent R-and-not-L and L-and-not-R releases but
I can't remember which.  I'll rate them on a 1..10 scale with
"Shoot Out the Lights" =10 (as it should be in anyone's book).

"Smalltown Romance" by R is an acoustic live set and very good (8-8.5).
"One Clear Moment"  by L is popish, generally too cute with a couple of
		    very effective numbers (6-6.5).
"Across a Crowded Room" by R is loud, somewhat harsh, very angry, less
		    convincing than "Hand of Kindness" (his previous solo
		    release) (7.5-8).

Verdict: all of Richard's albums are worthwhile even for non-fanatics.
         Linda's album may appeal more to those not familiar with her
	 work with Richard.

Reminder: Richard is currently touring North America.  His show is very
	  loud.  His electric guitar work is incredible.  Go see him.
	  (Folkies should bring ear plugs.)  I do hope he returns to
	  acoustic music, though.


Eugene Fiume
U of Toronto
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