David Essex's self-titled 1974 album and his 1976 LP release are paired together in a narrow double jewel-case CD set that captures the best elements of both albums in their optimum state. The sound fairly roars and the astonishing crispness of the Jeff Wayne production on David Essex shines through on the first disc, making this still some of the most beautiful "teen pop" rock you're ever likely to hear. Out on the Street blasts through in all of its proto-punk glory as well, and the ...   [ read more ]

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David Essex's third and fifth albums are pretty powerful combination, and a diverse one as well. All the Fun of the Fair features some of Jeff Wayne's best production work, combining massively effective overdubbing with a vivid live sound, as well as featuring some of Essex's most effective singing, possibly owing to his identification with the concept behind the album and the brilliant title song, which recalled his summers working at fun-fairs. Gold & Ivory was produced by Essex himself...   [ read more ]

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David Essex's debut album is paired with his 1975 live album in an excellent double-CD set, well worth the asking price for the sharp, loud mastering and very thorough annotation by Alan Robinson. Rock On holds up better than almost any other pop/rock album of its era to come out of England, with Essex showing surprising range. The record is mostly made up of originals, but there are renditions of songs by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman ("Turn Me Loose") and Paul Simon ({&"For Emily, ...   [ read more ]

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