Twenty-One Good Reasons: The Paul Carrack Collection

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If you like blue-eyed soul, Paul Carrack makes the short list of singers from the 80's/90's era in popular music that did it the best. Other names that come to mind are: Darryl Hall, Sting, Phil Collins and Paul Rodgers. Of course, each of them adds their own twist to the genre. For me, there's just something interesting about a self-conscious caucasian guy trying to sound like Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding or even B.B. King. Perhaps it is the underlying angst that comes through as he attempts to transcend his own limitations. Some people might feel that this is not an authentic blues/soul experience, but I like it.This product contains an excellent collection of songs from a man who, by his own admission, "lives by the groove". There is no question that he follows his muse wherever it might take him because, after reviewing his long and varied career, you will notice that he has collaborated with several different groups (Ace, Squeeze, Mike & the Mechanics, etc.). Somehow he always manages to put his stamp on the final outcome, and things usually turn out well.If we all "lived by the groove", the world could potentially be a better place. On the other hand, who would carry the mail or pick up the trash if we were all busy "groovin'"? Pop this into your disc player and form your own conclusions. Enjoy!

This cd though older, is really good and has the essential carrack solo songs I wanted. Had the squeeze and mechanics songs already But it is nice to hear the original versions, thats why I didnt go for the later anthology with the rerecordings.excellent compilation and a joy to listen to. Good luck hearing ANY paul Carrack solo hits on any radio station.

Have been listening to this disc since I received it! Great condition!

Excellent collection of Paul's hits both solo and in other bands

I never tire of listening to Carrack.

PAUL CARRACK-21 GOOD REASONS/THE PAUL CARRACK COLLECTION: Unsung is a funny word...nobody outside of pop culture completists can tell you who the heck Paul Carrack is. Everyone cozies up to his blue eyed soul gem of a voice, thanks to successful stints with a handful of pop savvy groups. Carrack is the supple, rhythmic belter who sang lead on Ace's pub rock masterpiece HOW LONG and Squeeze's coolly crafted TEMPTED, plus Mike and the Mechanics' smashes SILENT RUNNING and THE LIVING YEARS. He even scored a few hits under his own name, notably the effervescent ONE GOOD REASON, Nick Lowe's wistful composition I NEED YOU, and funky dance inducer I LIVE BY THE GROOVE. They're all rounded up here in one handy little party package, an instant mix tape of some of modern music's catchiest mementos. Carrack may never get the name recognition he so richly deserves, but his asterisk in rock history has long been established.RATING: FIVE ACES

In a career thats spanned 3+ decades, Paul Carrack's voice has not wained from his bluesy smooth sound that is always refreshing. Many recognize the voice but not the name, even with that said though every band he's been with has had a hit with his lyricism and voice.These days of bubble gum groups that put out mindless drum track songs are a blight on the music scene when you have such a renowned and fantastic artist such as Paul Carrack who gets little recognition.The tracks on this CD are 100% excellence in music. From his beginnings in Ace, to his accompanyment with Carlene Carter, to his days with Mike and The Mechanics, it's a CD you can listen to 100 times and always enjoy listening to it again.While the CD is now Out Of Print, I would reccomend it highly to anyone who enjoys quality music and even higher quality vocals.This is a must have for anyones collection!!!

ポールキャラックのいいとこ取りです。テンプテッドが聴きたくて購入しました。エースの「ハウ・ロング」やソロでの「アイ　ニード　ユー」など今迄なかなか聴く機会のなかった曲も聴くことができ個人的に満足できる１枚でした。でもベストなんで通して聴いてるとさらっと聴ける。悪く言えばメリハリがないともすこし感じました。でもこれはお買い得です。

エース～スクイーズ～カーレン・カーター～ソロ～マイク＆ザ・メカニックスと、彼の70～80年代のおいしいところをほぼ網羅、ポール・キャラック入門編として、またファンとしても持っていたい好盤。ブルー基調のモノトーンのジャケットがまたかっこいい！良質のポップ／ロック／ブルー・アイド・ソウルがぎっしり詰まってます。エース4曲入りは貴重！！

I got what I expected

This man can do no wrong .

great artist