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Made In Sheffield
by Tony Christie
The man behind the UK hit ‘Is This The Way To Amarillo’ is back with his latest album which features songs written by Richard Hawley, Jarvis Cocker and the Arctic Monkeys' Alex Turner.
| LABEL: |
Decca/Autonomy |
| RELEASE DATE: |
10 November 2008 |
| DISCS: |
1 disc |
| GENRE(S): |
Rock |
NOTES: Currently available as an import only in the U.S.
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80
Uncut
It's a perfect match with producer Richard Hawley, who here channels his love of epic reverb pop to more interesting ends than on his solo albums. [Dex 2008, p.86]
80
Hot Press
‘Amarillo’ Man records Richard Hawley-produced album of songs from Sheffield.
70
New Musical Express
Made In Sheffield is a surprising record, lovingly conceived and beautifully executed.
70
Dot Music
For long time observers though, the return of Tony Christie to the arena of mature balladry and lush production values will do plenty to gladden the heart.
60
Mojo
These sweetly sad songs of grown up, imperfect romance reach their height with a jazzy version of Hawley's own 'Coles Corner,' where dreams and reality intermingle around Sheffield's now-demolished romatic rendezvous of the same name. [Dec 2008, p.100]
60
Observer Music Monthly
The new arrangements don't add lustre to every track; Hawley's own 'Coles Corner' was so expertly crooned the first time that it feels unnecessary here. But more incongruous reworkings, including a version of the Human League's 'Louise', fare better and Christie's voice is engaging throughout.
60
The Guardian
Hawley's own sentimental nostalgia is perfectly tailored to Christie's velveteen croon - perhaps too perfectly, because the deep-pile strings and lapsteel reduce too many songs to high-class mood music.
60
musicOMH.com
This is a quiet, dignified record which, while maybe not being the most exciting album you'll hear all year, would make a cracking Christmas present for the more mature relative in your life.
40
Q Magazine
Anyone unfamiliar with Sheffield's rich musical heritage could be left thinking the city's main legacy was maudlin ballads for the Saga set. [Dec 2008, p.128]
The average user rating for this album is 9.5 (out of 10) based on 2 User Votes
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