How does it compare to the artist's other releases
Outstanding
Value for Money
Excellent
Advantages:
Unbelievably catchy and the best
Disadvantages:
Not enough ballads
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
This is without doubt the best of Ben Folds' work. Whilst his later solo work may be more poignant and reflective, this album is just pure powerpop brilliance!
So many of the songs are not only upbeat, but unbelievably catchy and masterpieces in their own right. 'One Angry Dwarf...' is cool, funny and unique.
There is also the classic 'Brick'. Although its quite sad, is very touching and you're guarenteed to be humming it for weeks.
Mr Folds has never seemed to have made a bad record, but this is the epitomy of Ben-ness! A perfect starter album for a Ben fan and just great feel-good music
The only criticism is that 'Evaporated' is far too short for such an exquisite song, but it shows that Ben knows when to stop and never puts material out for the sake of it.
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How does it rate alongside the competition
Outstanding
Cover / Inlay Design and Content
Satisfactory
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