Album Review: Jamie Lidell - Jim

If retro is the new progressive, then Jamie Lidell is miles ahead when it comes to bringing the past to the present. On his third solo album, Jim, which comes out in the U.S. on April 29, 2008, the British singer has nearly perfected the whole Blue-Eyed Soul thing. Jim isn't perfect, but it's definitely a step up from Jamie's second Warp Records album, 2005 Multiply. Multiply had its moments but was very uneven quality-wise. Jim has more great moments, fewer flaws and overall better production than Multiply. No one aspect of his music is outstanding - the vocals, lyrics and production are all slightly above average - but his intense passion for old-school R&B and Soul music is admirable. For more, click here to read your Guide's full review of Jim.

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