Chris
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Post by Chris on Dec 7, 2006 14:57:48 GMT -5
Here is the start of the favorable review thread. I read this this morning: from blobcritics magazine blogcritics.org/archives/2006/12/07/135528.php*unfortunately it talks some of the rushdie days* The guy will never out live that time in his life. I liked that they called Cat the father of the 70’s singer-songwriter popularity~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ And when listening to An Other Cup you can hear it, the undeniable, unmistakable sounds of Cat Stevens, older, wiser but still peaceful, melodic and beautiful. His life has been a remarkable journey, sometimes controversial but always spiritual and everything that he has learned can be heard in the rich lyrical tapestry of An Other Cup. His strong, warm voice and gift for melody have not changed and you would be forgiven for thinking he has picked up right where he left off. |
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Post by Starlight on Dec 7, 2006 20:59:13 GMT -5
Great review Christine! Its nice to find a brand new one!
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Post by flemmishfan on Dec 8, 2006 9:52:13 GMT -5
Ilike the possitive ones.Regine
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Post by Daddy-o on Dec 12, 2006 11:06:38 GMT -5
In a nutshell:
The former Cat Stevens returns with a brilliant album. The Sunday Express
An album that stands in comparison with his 1970s peak. The Sunday Times
Can't tell you how great it is to have you back Yusuf. The Sun
His first album in 30 years stays true to the candour that hallmarked the best music of his career. The Daily Mirror
Forty-four minutes of welcome surprise. The Guardian
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Post by waterside on Dec 12, 2006 11:22:11 GMT -5
Thanks, Daddy-o! So good to hear of great reviews.
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Post by Lucy13 on Dec 13, 2006 22:44:51 GMT -5
This is one of the finest, most sympathetic reviews I've read thus far: "The Cat's Back" (Detroit Metro Times)I agree with every word of it! (so there... I don't have to write my review now... I just can't seem to get around to it!) |
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Post by kittycat on Dec 14, 2006 0:22:57 GMT -5
Beautiful article Lucy I love it!!! Thanks so much for posting it!
Take Good Care,
Kitty (Cheryl)
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Post by HardheadedSofthrtd on Dec 14, 2006 3:16:41 GMT -5
This is one of the finest, most sympathetic reviews I've read thus far: "The Cat's Back" (Detroit Metro Times)I agree with every word of it! (so there... I don't have to write my review now... I just can't seem to get around to it!) Was just about to post this one, Lucy, and saw you'd done it a few hours back. It is a wondwerful review. I like this bit: "... Cup is such an extraordinarily fine record."  -Joanne |
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Post by Vivian on Dec 14, 2006 5:45:19 GMT -5
That is the best review I have seen as well, and yes, every single word is true. I have been saying all along that there would always be some people who would think more "highly" of Cat had he overdosed or something. But he decided to make the world a better place, and they get nasty. Go figure.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by catnip on Dec 14, 2006 7:45:57 GMT -5
This is one of the finest, most sympathetic reviews I've read thus far: "The Cat's Back" (Detroit Metro Times)I agree with every word of it! (so there... I don't have to write my review now... I just can't seem to get around to it!) Thank you, Lucy. Leave it to my hometown paper (born and raised in Detroit and now live 30 miles from there) to write the best review yet!!!! I'm a bit choked up at the moment. Lora |
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CatLike75
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Post by CatLike75 on Dec 14, 2006 9:34:35 GMT -5
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Chris
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Post by Chris on Dec 14, 2006 12:30:45 GMT -5
Thank You Lucy and Likecat75 they both are terrific reviews. Nice to see positive reviews like this.
'An Other Cup' is without doubt the best comeback album ever — it will take you right back to the flowers, love, peace and fun of the '70s and kindle fond memories of a singularly gifted artist who sang songs then that will never be forgotten.
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Post by Lucy13 on Dec 14, 2006 21:31:51 GMT -5
Detroit's practically in my neighborhood too, Lora! Yusuf, come to Detroit!!  (big Muslim population, too) I particularly like this aspect of the review: The Artist Formerly Known as Cat Stevens has gotten a raw deal over the last few decades. ... people rode him unmercifully ..."How often do you see anyone express THAT?? All right Brian Bowe! |
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Post by Vivian on Dec 14, 2006 22:00:24 GMT -5
Beautiful review. Peace,Vivian |
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Post by Golden Sands on Dec 14, 2006 23:11:11 GMT -5
yaay.. finally, a critic who likes that song apparently he liked this song so much, he thought it was two ;D |
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thewind
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Post by thewind on Dec 18, 2006 20:03:52 GMT -5
Usually that which I like is not popular...
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Post by catnip on Dec 19, 2006 11:43:22 GMT -5
Detroit's practically in my neighborhood too, Lora! Yusuf, come to Detroit!! (big Muslim population, too) I particularly like this aspect of the review: The Artist Formerly Known as Cat Stevens has gotten a raw deal over the last few decades. ... people rode him unmercifully ..."How often do you see anyone express THAT?? All right Brian Bowe! Almost neighbors!!!!  Yes, Yusuf PLEASE DO come to Detroit!! I liked that part of the review, too, Lucy. I really don't think I have ever heard someone say that before in a review! Lora |
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Post by catnip on Dec 19, 2006 11:47:46 GMT -5
Hey....thanks for this one!!! Great to hear such positive remarks from someone who was skeptical at first. Lora |
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Huru
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Post by Huru on Dec 19, 2006 18:08:11 GMT -5
That is one of the nicer, more readable reviews!
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(big Muslim population, too)
