Emitt Rhodes

American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, former member of The Merry-Go-Round, noted for his 1970 self-recorded solo debut often compared to Paul McCartney.

Recorded his 1970 debut largely alone in his parents' garage using a four-track recorder; was a member of The Merry-Go-Round; industry titles compared his sound to Paul McCartney and at times dubbed him "The One Man Beatles."

The review highlights Emitt Rhodes' 1970 self-titled, home-recorded album and repeatedly compares his sound to Paul McCartney. Production is described as homemade and imperfect, but the songwriting and melodies are praised. Several tracks (notably "Find Yourself Running") are singled out as moments where Rhodes' own voice emerges. Recommended mainly for listeners who appreciate Beatles-like melodic pop.

For:Fans of Beatles/McCartney-style melodic pop, listeners who enjoy homemade/lo-fi singer-songwriter records from the late 1960s–1970s.