Gerard
Aug-01-2011, 08:53 GMT
New Zealand
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http://www.popmatters.com/pm/review/145107-paul-si
monthere-goes-rhymin-simonlive-rhymin/
This is maybe not the most flattering review of the re-issues. Basically says the 1972 Paul Simon was the best and next 2 releases have deteriorated from there. And to top it off really doesn´t see much merit in the 1974 Live Rhymin release.
These 4 1970´s releases I Love and I don´t see it as a case of diminishing returns - just different styles.
I must say it is a well thought out review in that he explains in great detail why he sees the 1972 album as his best solo work of that decade.
I just love Still Crazy and think it is finely crafted. That said, it was a luck winner of the 1975 Grammy. I mean, how could Dylan´s Blood on the Tracks not even get a nomination?
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Jay
Aug-01-2011, 23:59 GMT
USA - United Staates America
 | Ahhh what does that guy/girl know! They obviously didn´t understand the depth of the songs on Still Crazy. Still it´s their opinion and I´m glad they expressed it honestly. Here is my own personal rating
Paul Simon: 10/10
There Goes Rhymin´ Simon: 9/10
Live Rhymin´: 7/10
Still Crazy: 10/10 |