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Track Listings
| 1. Nothing ever changes (Pierrot) |
| 2. Out From under |
| 3. Everways |
| 4. She's a lady |
| 5. That's supposed to hurt |
| 6. What you gonna do bout it |
| 7. Visions |
| 8. My heart is gone |
| 9. Don't shoot the messenger |
| 10. It's a crime |
| 11. Flying high |
| 12. My happiness |
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Review
Ali Campbell's third solo outing (his first since quitting UB40) is called Flying High, suggesting an upward trajectory from its UK charting predecessor Running Free. And if you prefer his reggae side it represents a definite progression away from radio-friendly soul covers to a more contemporary Jamaican sound.
There are reggae rhythms aplenty (including a retread of John Holt's My Heart Is Gone) and lots of cameos from the music's stars. Instead of UK mainstream names like Mick Hucknall, Katie Melua and Beverly Knight, he pairs up with gruff lothario/philanthropist Shaggy and the plaintive German singer Gentleman.
Most surprising of all is the autotuned What You Gonna Do About It, featuring sexually empowered deejay Lady Saw, whose hard voice is a good foil to Campbell's softer, nasal tones. He also finds the time to duet with Craig David and UK mc Sway.
Reggae concerns infuse his lyrics. During Visions (with the Soweto Gospel Choir) he sings, ''Rise, Africa, rise'', whereas Don't Shoot The Messenger is a gushing, somewhat guileless Bob Marley tribute.
Sure, it's poppy as hell - all big multi-tracked choruses and synth wash strings - but no more so than the recent output of Jamaican singers like Jah Cure. In fact, on ballad Out From Under, Ali seems to be copying Cure's anguished vocal style.
Campbell's still going to have a tough time convincing reggae die-hards or partisan UB40 lovers, angry about the split. But if you're an Ali fan, or just enjoyed his last album, this new set is his most authentic sounding yet. --Angus Taylor
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is an absolute gem...!! I bought, and enjoyed, both of Ali's previous solo albums but this record, in my opinion, propels Ali's solo efforts into another dimension. Whilst the two previous solo outings contained flashes of excellence, this record is a true collection of strong and inspirational songs which demonstrate Ali's strength and depth as a solo artist. Ali's songwriting and vocal talents are self-evident on this album from the very first listen - and from then on you are truly hooked and want to listen to this record time and time again. Reggae at its absolute melodic best. Stand out tracks are "Everways", "That's Supposed to Hurt" and "It's a Crime". UB40 may still have the brand name but Ali Campbell shows here that he truly was the heart and soul of the band. Buy it. You will love it..!!
9 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Like a good bottle of Red,Red Wine,the former U.B.40 frontman just gets better with age. A superb offering of reggae for the connoisseur that not only has your feet tapping, but your whole body wanting to get up and dance from start to finish and leaves you wanting more.
A vintage album that deserves to be enjoyed over and over! Now ... where's the wine waiter?
A vintage album that deserves to be enjoyed over and over! Now ... where's the wine waiter?
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
Fantastic 3rd solo album by the king of reggae music! This is not as good as Running Free but comes very close. A must-buy for Ali fans!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
WHat Can I SAY?
WHat Can I SAY? ALi's definately FLYING High in this ALBUM...
IT got me ON PLANE to PERU!
I'll be heading to COSTA Rica NEXT! Read more
IT got me ON PLANE to PERU!
I'll be heading to COSTA Rica NEXT! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Lotus Destiny
Another Hit Album for Ali
This is a brilliant album - superb original songs and incredible production.Ali's new band play on the album and it's got to be said are sooo much better than his old band!! Read more
Published 19 months ago by SusieH
Skip this one ---
Mediocre at best - no actually it's really bad music. Listened to a friend's copy and I won't be buying it. Frenetic melodies, contrived lyrics. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Anne
BRILLIANT. ALI is FLYING HIGH
This is a true album that you can listen to from beginning to end and be thoroughly entertained by each and every song. Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2010 by overstand64
Ali's voice is just getting better with age and the music is too
Fantastic cd,showing he is still going strong without ub40,his best solo album so far his voice is just amazing and the music is a good blend of reggae and dub with a hint of... Read more
Published on 23 Aug 2009 by Sam James
Ali is Ace
There was never any doubt that this would be more than great. If you're an Ali Campbell fan you will love this.
Published on 10 Aug 2009 by Mrs. E. T. Wootten
Fantastic
Purchased for my partner as a present, I can now hear her coming from 5 miles away. A brilliant CD, if you like UB40 you will love this.
Published on 31 July 2009 by D. G. Peters
flying high?
not a very good cd,only two good tracks on it. the rest just put together to fill the cd, wouldnt recommend this one.
Published on 28 July 2009 by Anthony L. Surtees
great solo album
this is a step on from UB40 with some very political undertones. generally a very good album. worth buying!
Published on 27 July 2009 by Tracey Gregory
Flying higher than ever
This is Ali Campbell's strongest solo album by far although whether you can describe an album made by such a group of talented musicians as a solo effort is a moot point. Read more
Published on 12 July 2009 by Michael J. Clune
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