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Starting All Over Again is the first solo album in over thirty years from Paul Jones - actor, radio presenter, and one of Britain’s most loved vocalists with Manfred Mann and lately The Blues Band and The Manfreds. It features notable guests such as Eric Clapton, Michael Rickfors, and Percy Sledge and is a stunning contemporary album infusing blues, rock, pop, and acoustic roots styles that will please old and new fans alike.
From his time as vocalist with 60s sensations Manfred Mann to his current ‘gig’ with The Blues Band, Jones has been at the forefront of the UK music scene. After releasing three solo records in the sixties he pursued a career in acting (film, TV and stage) which led to performances with London National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He now presents the UK's premier blues show on BBC Radio 2 and also tours with The Manfreds, a band consisting of Manfred Mann alumni.
From his time as vocalist with 60s sensations Manfred Mann to his current ‘gig’ with The Blues Band, Jones has been at the forefront of the UK music scene. After releasing three solo records in the sixties he pursued a career in acting (film, TV and stage) which led to performances with London National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He now presents the UK's premier blues show on BBC Radio 2 and also tours with The Manfreds, a band consisting of Manfred Mann alumni.
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CD Ft. Eric Clapton & Percey Sledge/Incl. Bonus Track
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By G. E. Harrison
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Format:Audio CD
Although I was looking forward to hearing this CD which reunites Paul and Eric Clapton from the group Powerhouse (I've still got the vinyl album of "What's shakin'") I've got to say I'm a bit disappointed. The backing musicians on this record are very good (particularly Mike Thompson on keyboards) and Eric plays nice guitar on "Choose or cop out" and particularly the title track but overall I much prefer Paul playing with the Blues Band. On many of the songs (particularly his own compositions) I find Paul's vocals too dramatic, too actorly. On "Big blue diamonds" I'm afraid Paul's voice sounds a bit bland in comparison to Percy Sledge.
That said, since the early days of Manfred Mann I've rated Paul as one of Britain's best harp players and his harp playing is good throughout this record. There are undoubted successes here, I was never very keen on Mel and Tim's "Starting all over again" but Paul's version is excellent, probably the best track, closely followed by the souly "Still true" and the swinging "Alvino's Entourage". Just don't give up the day jobs Paul...
That said, since the early days of Manfred Mann I've rated Paul as one of Britain's best harp players and his harp playing is good throughout this record. There are undoubted successes here, I was never very keen on Mel and Tim's "Starting all over again" but Paul's version is excellent, probably the best track, closely followed by the souly "Still true" and the swinging "Alvino's Entourage". Just don't give up the day jobs Paul...
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Starting All Over Again" by Paul Jones is a really mega awesome album!
3 Jun 2009
By J. Yonge
Format:Audio CD
"Starting All Over Again" is a very sophisticated album, so you have to listen to the tracks quite a bit to really get into them and appreciate them to their full extent. Once you do this, then you will find that they will blow your mind away!
This is a really "must have" mega awesome album!
Check out Paul Jones singing "Philosopher's Stone", from the album, on Youtube. It's a wow! There's a very interesting interview too about the album "Starting All Over Again".
This is a really "must have" mega awesome album!
Check out Paul Jones singing "Philosopher's Stone", from the album, on Youtube. It's a wow! There's a very interesting interview too about the album "Starting All Over Again".
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By S. W. Hughes
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Absolutely brillaint - why has Paul hidden his light under a bushel for so long; this is an amazing set of blues songs.
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An instant classic!
Why Mr Jones hasn't been recording solo albums I don't know but it was worth the wait: great songs, a terrific band including special guest Eric Clapton and of course the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Let There Be Music
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Still going strong
I bought this Paul Jones solo album for my wife who is a massive fan of him and the Manfreds. We have seen them live a few times now and his voice is still 1st class as is his... Read more
Published 11 months ago by A. ROGERS
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