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39th studio album by the legendary Welsh singer. The album is produced by Ethan Johns and is largely made up of country, blues and gospel covers, including 'Burning Hell' (John Lee Hooker), 'Strange Things' (Sister Rosetta Tharpe), 'What Good Am I?' (Bob Dylan), and many more.
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1-What Good Am I? 2-Lord Help 3-Did Trouble Me 4-Strange Things 5-Burning Hell 6-If I Give My Soul 7-Don't Knock 8-Nobody's Fault But Mine 9-Didn't It Rain 10-Ain't No Grave 11-Run On (2010/ISLAND) 11 tracks - 12 page booklet incl. all lyrics. His fantastic roots album of haunting ballads (in the style of Johnny Cash's American recordings) plus great rockin' stuff with a slapbass! nice price offer!
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67 of 69 people found the following review helpful
By B. Wright
VINE™ VOICE
Format:Audio CD
This is a wonderful album right through, mixing styles from blues and gospel. It is a significant step away from the recent output of pop songs and radio-friendly collaborations; Praise & Blame captures Tom in full-blown singer mode, rather than entertainer. Indeed, his voice sounds magnificent throughout the album.
The comparisons to Johnny Cash are understandable as there are hints of the American Recordings in the choice of song and also vocal performances; there is a timbre and gravitas to Tom's voice that, while not quite as good as Cash in his later years, really shows his voice off in a way that perhaps his more recent albums don't. This album too is at times introspective like the American Recordings, particularly on the opening track, a cover of Dylan's 'What Good Am I?' or 'Did Trouble Me' where Jones explores questions of mortality. However, I would suggest that the style is more similar to 'Raising Sand' by Alison Krauss & Robert Plant. Blues and country mixes well with the occasional gospel songs on the album, and the tracks move swiftly and comfortably from plaintive ballads to scintillating blues numbers. There is not a weak song on the album and producer, Ethan Jones, is incredibly understanding with the arrangements, more often than not going with 'less is more'.
Tom Jones sounds like he is having a lot of fun on this album and it makes for an incredibly enjoyable listening experience. I hope that this is an indication of his future direction as he enters his 8th decade. Praise & Blame is highly recommended and while the songs are all covers, Tom makes them very much his own.
The comparisons to Johnny Cash are understandable as there are hints of the American Recordings in the choice of song and also vocal performances; there is a timbre and gravitas to Tom's voice that, while not quite as good as Cash in his later years, really shows his voice off in a way that perhaps his more recent albums don't. This album too is at times introspective like the American Recordings, particularly on the opening track, a cover of Dylan's 'What Good Am I?' or 'Did Trouble Me' where Jones explores questions of mortality. However, I would suggest that the style is more similar to 'Raising Sand' by Alison Krauss & Robert Plant. Blues and country mixes well with the occasional gospel songs on the album, and the tracks move swiftly and comfortably from plaintive ballads to scintillating blues numbers. There is not a weak song on the album and producer, Ethan Jones, is incredibly understanding with the arrangements, more often than not going with 'less is more'.
Tom Jones sounds like he is having a lot of fun on this album and it makes for an incredibly enjoyable listening experience. I hope that this is an indication of his future direction as he enters his 8th decade. Praise & Blame is highly recommended and while the songs are all covers, Tom makes them very much his own.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Jerez
Format:Audio CD
Heard Tom Jones sing one of the tracks on Jools and thought, wow, this is a bit different. Bluesy and gospel mix. It's stripped back, raw and heartfelt - Tom Jones doing songs that he wants to do. Production is great. Ethan Jones getting the balance just right and letting the voice come through. In fact EJ playing guitar on most of the album. Tom Jones is to be applauded for putting this album out and lets hope it's the first of many. There have been the odd tracks over the years I have liked but never been compelled to buy. Now things have changed. More please, more !!!
35 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I've just come back from Latitude Festival where Tom Jones sang the songs from this album backed by the band on the album. Let me tell you, his voice is incredible, moving, resonating, powerful, soulful and beautiful. I'm pre-booking the album and I'm really looking forward to getting it. Can I just qualify this by saying I'm not a knicker throwing Tom Jones fan and I don't have his back catalogue. Highly recommended, five stars doesn't do it justice.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
brilliant. the first track 'what good am I', goosbumps! used to listen to tom as a child, my mum was a fan. i can see why!
Published 6 days ago by S. A. Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tom Jones Redeemed
I bought this after hearing Tom sing "What Good Am I?" - the first track on the CD. I was put off by the stage image of his younger days, but the real Tom shines through... Read more
Published 15 days ago by Lynn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tom Jones - Praise & Blame
I bought this because it was missing from my collection and it is all that I knew it to be.
Published 2 months ago by Ned Ludgate
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wales
Welsh singer Tom Jones, what more can I say, great tracks, even knowing I bought it as a gift for someone.
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Darren Hughes
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sir Tom's Praise & Blame Album
I enjoyed this album very much. Songs were spritual and sprit filled. Reminded me of a bygone age of gospel, just the voice and brilliant playing of instruments.
Published 2 months ago by LJ Campbell
4.0 out of 5 stars
OKr
the tracks were OK. my wife wanted this CD as she had heard some of it on TV. She is happy with the CD
Published 2 months ago by Webby
5.0 out of 5 stars
Can't get better than this!
This set of tracks is the ideal companion to Spirit in the Room. What a great sound from some of the best musicians in the business. Tom's voice has matured like a good red wine.
Published 2 months ago by Leagueog
5.0 out of 5 stars
Music
Love Tom Jones and his music. Great c.d. Arrived on time and in good condition. Well worth the money. Would buy more.
Published 2 months ago by carol keightley
5.0 out of 5 stars
VENDITORE ECCELLENTE
IL SERVIZIO DI SPEDIZIONE E' COME SEMPRE MOLTO VELOCE GRAZIE . MI TROVO MOLTO BENE CON QUESTO VENDITORE E COMPRO SPESSO DA LUI . GRAZIE
Published 2 months ago by ROBY
5.0 out of 5 stars
Praise and Blame
Tom Jones at his mature best, singing songs that matter about life and facing death. A very rhythm and blues based albumn.
Published 2 months ago by J. F. Fletcher
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