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Title: a fine solipsist near-masterpiece of pop music
Review: Todd made three wonderful, somewhat ragged solo albums before his career derailed & he became, like Brian Wilson & Laura Nyro, a "genius" who couldn't quite keep it all together following early brilliance. He also owes a lot to both of those artists, not to mention every soul act that ever danced out of Philadelphia. This is a lovely album. "Chain Letter" is an "Earphones Required" cut that multiplies in one's head. "Be Nice To Me" & "Boat on the Charles" showcase Todd at his self-pitying best. Listening to the great "Parole" one can only feel sad at what Todd threw away when he decided he wanted to be a "composer" instead of a rock & roller. "Runt" is one of the fine solipsist near-masterpieces of pop music.Bob Rixon, WFMU-FM
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