Unlike in a good way!

Yesterday I finally stopped now the long-awaited third album in his hands :). As a fan of the first hour I have the new work first viewed with skepticism, but I have to listen to etlichem say: I think it's absolutely awesome to within a few points of criticism! James Blunt has a huge musical potential, which is in my opinion far beyond the typical ballads out and I'm really excited that he finally experimented more. Compared with Back to Bedlam and all the lost souls might be a getting used to change, but I find the mixture very successful: from the usual good ballads about merrier songs, to the rocking "Turn me on" and more. Again many "retro Einnschläge" and finally increased electric guitars:) ...

1. Stay The Night: Maybe a little too mass appeal, but it is an absolute catchy :) 4/5
2. Dangerous: For me rather one of the weaker songs, but still solid 3/5
3. Best Laid Plans: In old James Blunt manners, absolutely great 5/5
4. So Far Gone: At first really used to, very trendy, but good 4/5
5. No Tears: A highlight, the text speaks to me from the soul, absolutely gorgeous 5/5
6. Superstar: Extravagant and otherwise, I think it's awesome! 5/5
7. These Are The Words: Real nice "retro", I like it :) 4/5
8. Calling Out Your Name: Sorry James, but I would have preferred even a taste of your Rocker qualities ... this song is too soft flushed and cheesy. The "Bridge" I do not like so 2/5
9. Heart of Gold: ... but this song makes up for it! Ingenious text, brilliant message has brought me cry :) 6/5
10. I'll Be Your Man: The text may be more likely to smile, but musically totally intoxicating - a feel-good song 5/5
11. If Time is All I Have: beautiful, touching song 4/5
12. :)
13. Turn Me On: In a word: awesome. More of them on the next drive, please! 5/5

Criticisms:
- For my taste a little too little real rock influences (though he proves live again and again that he has mastered the grandiose)
- The whole album is easily produced, I find the many tools and Backgroungsänger super, but I also appreciate Blunts naturalness that should be preserved!

On the whole, I am more than satisfied, absolute buy recommendation from my side!