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Title: Almost perfect
Review: This disc came across my desk in '92 when I was writing reviews for my college newspaper, and I am quite honest when I say that it rarely leaves the immediate area of my CD player-- in fact it's in it right now! Weller's first solo disc is an exciting blend of soul and jazz that takes you on a different trip each listen. His effective mix of laid-back acid grooves with soulful vocal treatments is at its best on "Above the Clouds". The only thing that keeps this record from hitting 5 stars is his outstanding follow-up release, "Wild Wood", which reduces this debut to a stepping stone you must use to get to the next level. But this one is still essential!
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