The previous installment of James Blunt was overshadowed by the mega-success of the single 'Beautiful'. The risk was so great to see Blunt collapse. More difficult is known to be confirmed (pressure of expectation etc.). James Blunt yet crossed the hurdle with flying colors. It is where we expect it, do not try to overplay but even offers a strangely homogenous album and already demonstrated a great musical maturity. It is perhaps not album of the year but we find no nasty surprises on the cake, it's already hard enough to be enjoyed. Very good album.