•
Rating:
THE REVIEW
"A Kind Revolution" is the thirteenth solo album by Paul Weller and is released just as the fortieth anniversary of the release of "In the City" by the Jam is being celebrated, the record that kicked off the long and changeable career of the Modfather.
True to his here and now philosophy, Weller avoids celebrations once again and challenges himself anew, producing without rhetoric one of his best albums, mastering different musical genres with skill and ease.
Away from the prog-rock of the previous "Saturns Pattern," the "gentle revolution" of the Woking singer-songwriter appears as a collection of "modern classics" that seamlessly transitions from the soul of "Woo Sé Mama" to the britpop of the single "Nova," from the other single, the elegant ballad "Long Long Road," to the R&B of "New York," and finally to the blues of "Satellite Kid."
There are, of course, the usual guests: PP Arnold and Madeline Bell, Boy George, and then Robert Wyatt, who plays the trumpet on "She Moves with the Fayre" with jazz/funk atmospheres similar to those of the late David Bowie.
At 59 years old, Paul Weller is thus confirmed, if ever there was any need, as one of England's most important troubadours and an artist we still cannot do without.
"I'm still a mod, I'll always be a mod, you can bury me a mod".
Loading comments slowly
Summary by Bot
Paul Weller's thirteenth solo album, 'A Kind Revolution,' showcases his mastery across multiple genres without relying on nostalgia. Featuring guest artists like Boy George and Robert Wyatt, the album offers a seamless mix of soul, britpop, R&B, and blues. Celebrated as one of his best works, it reinforces Weller's status as an essential English troubadour. The record balances maturity with freshness, avoiding retrospective celebration.Tracklist
Paul Weller
English singer-songwriter and guitarist from Woking; frontman of The Jam and co-founder of The Style Council before launching a successful solo career in 1992. Nicknamed the Modfather, he spans rock, soul, R&B and Britpop, with acclaimed albums like Wild Wood, Stanley Road, and 22 Dreams.10 Reviews
