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Hats by The Blue Nile

5/5 stars  4 reviews
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Finding a category into which the critics can slot them has been a problem for this excellent Scottish band. File under 'very good quality... Read More
Finding a category into which the critics can slot them has been a problem for this excellent Scottish band. File under 'very good quality pop' no longer exists on the record label. For the uninitiated, they have the soulful, wandering nature of John Martyn, mixed with some anthemic U2, plus a tolerable dose of Deacon Blue/Simply Red. A strong synthesizer backdrop may deter, but the lush arrangements are truly lovely. Paul Buchanan has an emotive voice that is well suited to his melancholic material. Three albums in nearly 15 years is hardly prolific, but they are critically acclaimed and quality is always better than quantity. Minimize
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By: deadmilkboy
Mar 16, 2008

The heart of both man and the city beat big throughout "Hats."

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Eight meticulously constucted songs of love beneath the city lights.

Cons: The epic length flags on one song, the melancholy tone of the overall album grand.

Bottom Line:
The Blue Nile's revered second album remains an equally romantic and obssessive gem about love beneath the pretty, cold city. Read More


By: djtheory
Jan 1, 2007

A Brilliant Collection Of Love Songs

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Great production,lyrics and music make this a must-have.

Cons: It doesn't get the attention it deserves.

Bottom Line:
A criminally underrated record that everyone should own. Read More


By: loudentavern
Apr 2, 2002

Hats off!

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: This album took the band five years to produce.Not a moment of it wasted.

Cons: Unfortunately this has become their standard gap between records.

Bottom Line:
The sound of falling in love.And falling out! Read More


By: starcollector
May 27, 2007

Tasteful Pop, But the Dreariness Factor Begins to Take Hold

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars

Pros: The music is tasteful and usually alluring

Cons: Some of it's just too dang dreary -- their debut was much better

Bottom Line:
This atmospheric collection of love songs is well written, beautifully orchestrated and intelligent --- But it's a little too monotonous for me. Read More


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