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Track Listings
| 1. 10/10 |
| 2. Coming Up Easy |
| 3. Growing Up Beside You |
| 4. Candy |
| 5. Tricks Of The Trade |
| 6. Pencil Full Of Lead |
| 7. No Other Way |
| 8. High Hopes |
| 9. Chamber Music |
| 10. Simple Things |
| 11. Worried Man |
| 12. Keep Rolling |
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Fans of Paolo Nutini’s debut album, These Streets might raise an eyebrow or two at this sophomore release. Produced by Ethan Johns (Kings Of Leon), Sunny Side Up features an eclectic and "rougher" range of songs that set it somewhat apart from its slick predecessor. Recorded in Ireland, Wales, New York, LA and the UK, Nutini--backed by his band The Vipers--tackles folk, reggae, soul and rock, with varying results. The Motown-esque "Coming Up Easy", the ballad "Worried Man" and the sea-shanty "Growing Up Beside You" are shining examples of Nutini's erudite songwriting skills, as is the charming, Dylan-esque "Tricks Of The Trade". But songs like "Pencil Full Of Lead" and "No Other Way", as well as his forays into reggae-lite and ersatz ragtime are less convincing, often sounding more like sketches than full songs. Whether Sunny Side Up is bravely eclectic or an incoherent disaster depends ultimately on the loyalty--and the patience--of the listener. --Danny McKenna
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1. 10 /102. Coming Up Easy3. Growing Up Beside You4. Candy5. Tricks of the Trade6. Pencil Full of Lead7. No Other Way8. High Hopes9. Chamber Music10. Simple Things11. Worried Man12. Keep Rolling
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180 of 185 people found the following review helpful
By Mark Megson
Format:Audio CD
Buying this album on the strength of the single "Candy" alone I wasn't sure what to expect. I was familiar with and liked Paolo's previous singles but was worried "Candy" would be the only standout song. What greeted my ears when I pressed play was glorious. The first tracks instantly reminded me of 60's motown songs like "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" in terms of the songwriting, instrumentation and quality of the recording. It didn't stop there and the album continued to delight with songs like "Pencil Full of Lead" and "High Hopes". I read one of the one star reviews which criticised "Pencil Full of Lead" for sounding like something from the Jungle Book. I completely agree, but that's exactly the reason why I love the song, and for the record I think the Bear Necessities is a great song, Phil Harris (voice of baloo) = Legend. If the world was a happier place this would be classic album, but since most people seem to only rate music which is bleak and full of woes about the world I fear this won't get the recognition it deserves. If this album doesn't put a smile on your face then you are not human and I urge you to get off of our planet.
135 of 140 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Firstly, I don't have Paolo's first album and bought this based on the interesting crits in the press, Ethan John's involvement and instantly liking Candy when I heard it on the radio.
It's the best album I've bought this year by a country mile. Lyrically and musically it is at worst interesting but at best mesmerising. His vocals range from almost unintelligable to falsetto but what a voice!! I find it difficult to comprehend that he is only in his early 20's and the purveyor of previously safe/inoffensive songs such as Jenny Don't Be Hasty. This album swaggers, lilts, flirts and beguiles. On many songs he gambles on the arrangements. You'll laugh at the audacity of it but he succeeds in every instance. Most of all though the album exudes supreme confidence in his ability and this is in no way misplaced. Buy it.
It's the best album I've bought this year by a country mile. Lyrically and musically it is at worst interesting but at best mesmerising. His vocals range from almost unintelligable to falsetto but what a voice!! I find it difficult to comprehend that he is only in his early 20's and the purveyor of previously safe/inoffensive songs such as Jenny Don't Be Hasty. This album swaggers, lilts, flirts and beguiles. On many songs he gambles on the arrangements. You'll laugh at the audacity of it but he succeeds in every instance. Most of all though the album exudes supreme confidence in his ability and this is in no way misplaced. Buy it.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I loved Paolo Nutini's last album so was looking forward to this although I suppose a bit worried as some artists just do more of the same and it gets boring. Not this! It is the most diverse and unusual mix of music I've heard from one S/SW. Every song makes me smile and the instant I put it on, my mood lifts. It is my favourite album ever. What a talent! And just 22 years of age!
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By DYMK
Format:Audio CD
This album has not been as broadly well-received as 'These Streets' was, but that is its triumph. Whilst 'These Streets' was a great album it was also a safe one (perhaps due to the influence of the record label more than Paolo himself), but this is certainly not the case on 'Sunny Side Up'. This time around, he has moved away from the security of a relatively mainstream, poppy sound and brings us an eclectic range of sounds and influences, and it works to his credit. While the old soul sound is still there in tracks like 'Candy' and 'Tricks of the Trade', we are treated too to snatches of reggae, country and jazz. 'Simple Things' immediately feels familiar and uplifting and 'Pencil Full of Lead', which many seem to dislike, is pacey, defiantly upbeat and one of my favourite tracks. He has certainly taken some risks here and inevitably will have alienated some of his more narrow fanbase with this album, but it is a testament to his growth and development as an artist that he has done so and resisted the temptation to stay in the position that gave him so much success last time around. Moreover, his voice is fantastic as always, with a soul that sounds beyond his years, but it is even more so now that it lacks the fine-tuned polish it was given on 'These Streets'. Definitely recommended, I've hardly taken it off repeat since I bought it a few days ago!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By J. Worrad
Format:Audio CD
I liked Paolo Nutini's last album... but this one just fitted like a hand to a perfectly fitted glove.
The review title could not put it better.
The review title could not put it better.
40 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Great summer album that you can almost imagine being fully recorded under a mango tree on a tropical island. So very chilled out and different to any other album out there at the moment with such a fusion of styles (Reggae, Folk, Jazz...), and a real contrast to These Streets (which I also loved)
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By L J
Format:Audio CD
This is a great album. It gets negative reviews because people are expecting These Streets part 2 and it's not, and I admire Paolo for trying something new and not playing it safe. Don't get me wrong, These Streets was an amazing album which I loved, full of beautiful songs.
This album however is a bit querky, with tracks ranging from jazz to folk. But there are still some of his trademark ballads. When listening to this album, listen with an open mind and rate it as an album in its own right and dont make the mistake of comparing it to the last. An artist shouldn't be criticised for trying something new, especially when they pull it off!
This album however is a bit querky, with tracks ranging from jazz to folk. But there are still some of his trademark ballads. When listening to this album, listen with an open mind and rate it as an album in its own right and dont make the mistake of comparing it to the last. An artist shouldn't be criticised for trying something new, especially when they pull it off!
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I remember Paolo Nutini's first CD coming out about the same time as James Morrison's and both being given the blue eyed soul boy tag. I always thought that it was a bit unfair on Paolo.
With this second album that tag has been blown out of the water. From the ska of opening track '10/10' to the Spiritual 'Keep rolling' he has produced a mature album that takes you in many directions lyrically and musically across many types of music.
'Coming up easy' 'High hopes' ' No other way' and 'Growing up beside you" show how his voice has matured into a voice with real soul. 'Candy' is a lovely lilting summery song. 'Tricks of the trade' and 'Chamber music' are almost Dylanesque, 'Pencil full of lead' is fun and rockabilly like. 'Simple things' is countrified and 'Worried man' is a song lyrically way beyond his years.
This CD will alienate some fans of his debut CD but will bring new fans who are looking for more than just blue eyed soul.
With this second album that tag has been blown out of the water. From the ska of opening track '10/10' to the Spiritual 'Keep rolling' he has produced a mature album that takes you in many directions lyrically and musically across many types of music.
'Coming up easy' 'High hopes' ' No other way' and 'Growing up beside you" show how his voice has matured into a voice with real soul. 'Candy' is a lovely lilting summery song. 'Tricks of the trade' and 'Chamber music' are almost Dylanesque, 'Pencil full of lead' is fun and rockabilly like. 'Simple things' is countrified and 'Worried man' is a song lyrically way beyond his years.
This CD will alienate some fans of his debut CD but will bring new fans who are looking for more than just blue eyed soul.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
A good album but not as good as These Streets
Paolo is a very special member of the modern Scottish folk set but he needs to make sure that the quality of his songs doesn't slide with each ensuing album - this ain't as good as... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Eyre Chris
5.0 out of 5 stars
love this cd
one of the best buys Paolo's music is so foot tapping great can play this cd over and over again. Well worth buying.
Published 1 month ago by Balihainursery
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good artist and seller
I love this album, it gets played frequently. I've got 2 Paolo Nutini albums and love them both. There's a lot of sincerity to his style and a good mix of slower tempo and more... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs R M Roe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Only discovered this incredible talent by mistake. So upbeat and positive, I defy anyone not to like this album. Read more
Published 1 month ago by fishface
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nuts for Nutini
My daughter needed this for a talent contest - it's such an upbeat track who couldn't love it? Great. Thanks
Published 2 months ago by sid 45kb
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good quality second hand album
In the process of replacing albums that have either walked out of my house on their own or not returned when lent out, or when they were returned they weren't in the best of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Roadrunner
5.0 out of 5 stars
How do you like your eggs?
An excellent album of upbeat, cheerful songs by Paolo Nutini.
Nutini has an unusual voice, one you would perhaps expect of an older man, but that simply adds to the album's... Read more
Nutini has an unusual voice, one you would perhaps expect of an older man, but that simply adds to the album's... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mark Sellick
5.0 out of 5 stars
postage/courier far to expensive
product is excellent,
postage is very,very expensive which may discourage me to buy in the future as i think it's very unfair that UK have free postage or at least an... Read more
postage is very,very expensive which may discourage me to buy in the future as i think it's very unfair that UK have free postage or at least an... Read more
Published 2 months ago by tommy maloney
1.0 out of 5 stars
poor quality
sadly just nor what i expected sound quality very poor in fact no good to listen to at all sadly
Published 3 months ago by moses
4.0 out of 5 stars
Well worth it
Excellent variety, quirky vocals - excellent addition to my CD collection - well done Paolo - more please, and keep it going
Published 3 months ago by M. Law
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