Amazon.co.uk Review
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
Description
'Sunny Side Up' is the second album from Scottish singer/songwriter Paulo Nutini. Along with his band The Vipers, Nutini creates a sound that blends the groove and feel of soul with the emotion and passion of folk, all of which pulled together by brilliant vocal work. It is also notable that Ethan Johns (Kings Of Leon, Turin Brakes) contributed some mixing and producing for 'Sunny Side Up', which includes single 'Candy'.