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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Every Kinda People., September 28, 2003
The thing I liked most about Robert Palmer was his ability to be original and diverse. "Addictions, Vol. 1" encapsulates his unique talent, a talent that was underrated and will be missed by all his fans. One listen to this cd and you can easily tell that you are listening to a one of a kind musical stylist. You have all of his big hits with the exclusion of "I Didn't Mean To Turn You On" and "Get It On (Bang A Gong)" (which appeared on "Addictions, Vol. 2" in 1992). Although this cd only has 13 tracks on it, which, in my book would normally be a ripoff by today's standards of overstuffed cds, "Addiction's Vol. 1" is the perfect brief collection. You have Robert Palmer the rock and roller on "Bad Case Of Loving You", "Addicted To Love", "Simply Irresistable" and "Some Like It Hot". You have Robert Palmer the World Music maestro on "Pride", "Woke Up Laughing" and "What's It Take?" You have Robert Palmer the new wave specialist on tracks "Looking For Clues", "Johnny & Mary" and "Style Kills". You have Robert Palmer the crooner on "Sweet Lies", "Some Guys Have All The Luck" and one of his most timeless pieces of work "Every Kinda People". I've had this cd since it was released in 1989 and it, along with its companion piece, "Addictions, Vol. 2" make a complete compilation of Robert Palmer's best work if you do not want to buy his entire catalog (most of which is out of print right now anyway which is criminal!) I'd say both "Addictions" volumes make a better best of than his most recent 2 disc compilation "Best Of Both Worlds: Anthology 1974-2001" with the one exception being that both "Addictions" volumes are not digitally remastered. I suspect with his recent death, the record company will cash in by either possibly digitally remastering his entire catalog of work and/or creating a box set or new comprehensive best of package. For now, both "Addictions" cds are the best way to remember a sophisticated and admirable talent such as Robert Palmer. R.I.P. 1949-2003.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Addictions Vol 1 The Best Of Robert Palmer, June 12, 2003
Addictions Vol 1 - The Best Of Rober Palmer is a 13 song collection of hits picked by Palmer himself in an attempt to represent his career in retrospect between the early days as a solo performer through his string of 80's hard rock hits and popular MTV videos. With Palmer picking the songs himself you get a solid overview of the divergent paths his career has taken over the years. His work with African and Carribean musical influences are represented in numbers such as "Woke Up Laughing" and "Pride". His dabbling in 80's new wave is aptly represented with "Looking For Clues". There are ballads such as the Top 20 hit single "Every Kinda People" and some if not all of the memorable "mega hits" such as "Bad Case Of Loving You", "Addicted To Love", "Simply Irresistible", and his performance with the Power Station on "Some Like It Hot". Some noteable hits of the era are not included in favor of lesser known work Palmer felt better represented the different musical styles present in his long career. The album, released in 1989, also predates some Palmer hits such as "Mercy, Mercy Me/I Want You" so that is obviously not included. Overall, a well done best of collection which suitably represents the varying musical styles and influences that have marked Palmer's recording career.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Much Overlooked Classic., March 21, 2000
Robert Palmer's career spanned from 1974-1994 for the most part, and yet few people really know his work. Aside from such radio hits as "Bad Case Of Loving You", "Addicted To Love", "I Didn't Mean To Turn You On" and "Simply Irresistable" most music listeners are unfamiliar with his other work. This man is one of few who can switch genres at the drop of a hat. While it is debatable how well Palmer does these turns in styles, he nevertheless is endearing in his attempts. Both Addictions Vol. 1 and 2 are all most people need to really get a good picture of his talent. You can buy individual albums, but these two compilations serve very well as career retrospectives. If you haven't really listened to Robert Palmer you should. He is important to rock and roll history and I hope he'll be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame soon. These are must haves for any rock collector.
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