Richard Ashcroft - Human Conditions CD

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 Richard is great.
I have his other cd and I think this one isnt as good as that one but it is still an excellant cd.
Submitted by stywalt (Greer, SC, USA) 
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 Solid album
Ashcroft pulls out a solid collection of songs. The album stays consistant with his post 90's brit-pop bluesy sound. Richard Ashcroft stays sophisticated enough to compete with more progressive artists and feel fresh while easily accessable. Great Guitar meleodies with some good production and thoughtfull mixing. High reverb and rich sound do clean up after some lazy and repetative vocals though.
Submitted by andy (Manhattan Beach, CA)
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 THE BEST
What an incredible collection! The songs are, no doubt, rooted deeply in thought about the existential world, the afterlife, and the ability of one to change their world through attitude and thought. It is an examination in the search for happiness and spiritual peace, thus the title, Human Condition. We all share similar human attributes, yet some are so unhappy, others thrilled with life. Why? What makes some so miserable and some of us so happy? These are the themes, assebled and complimented with powerful, emotional music that is at times haunting yet beautiful...really nothing out there that compares, other than the obvious Verve. When I am listening to some tracks such as "Nature is the Law" and "Lord, I've been trying", I can picture these songs being played at my funeral so that people attending would have a better understaning of what power they hold inside themselves to make the changes for a happier life!
Submitted by nature is the law (San Antonio, TX)
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 dropped off
i was disappointed by the lack of effort put into this album. this music just doesn't compare to ashcroft's first solo record or his work with the verve. i suggest you stick with his solo debut.
Submitted by a reviewer (minneapolis, mn)
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 Ashcrofts best album - so far
I,ve been a fan of Richard Ashcroft and the Verve for quite a while, and this album dosen't dissapoint. It's stunning and soulful. Ashcroft always seems to be searching for meaning and some higher existence and at the same time trying to survive the rigors of everyday human life. I can really relate to his vision and lyrics. As far as the music goes,again the lush orchestrations and rythms are great. Touches of experimentation and groovy guitar flourishes throughout,in true Ashcroft style. This album also is more somber in feeling than the last, but much more cosmic. I used to hear Ashcroft on some radio stations, but its a rarity now and a shame, or is it? Favorites are- Check the Meaning, Man on a Mission and Nature is the Law. Pick it up now. Peace.
Submitted by kpochab (Waitsfield,VT USA)
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