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Personnel: Phil Seymour (vocals, various instruments); Duane Hitchings (keyboards); David Crockett (drums).
Though a relatively minor figure in the power-pop movement (he played and wrote songs with Dwight Twilley), Phil Seymour's 1981 solo album is something of a pop gem. From the lead-off track and hit single "Precious to Me" to '50s-styled groovers like "Let Her Dance" to slinky psychedelic rockers like "Don't Blow Your Life Away," PHIL SEYMOUR is filled with tight, feel-good arrangements along with layered, Badfinger-esque harmonies and shimmering, perfectly constructed melodies. The 2005 CD reissue contains three previously unreleased bonus tracks (one of which was written by Twilley, who also penned two songs on the album proper). In the pantheon of cult power-pop classics, PHIL SEYMOUR compares favorably with the Dwight Twilley Band's SINCERELY, which is high praise indeed.
Writer James Chrispell calls Phil Seymour, the solo debut from Dwight Twilley's bandmate, "a real fine pop masterwork." "Precious to Me" landed in the Top 25 at the beginning of 1981, and it is a snappy delight. "I Found a Love" follows in that vein, while "Love You So Much" has the pauses that made the work with the Dwight Twilley Band so much fun (this was the first of two titles written by Twilley). The lighthearted music is serious stuff crafted from the bubblegum school, but with an edge and without all the angst Nick Lowe would inject. "Baby It's You" isn't the Shirelles/Beatles song, but rather a driving, jangly statement of immediate love from Seymour. Bobby Fuller's classic "Let Her Dance," with electric handclaps, is the perfect ending to side one and a perfect fit. The production team of Richard Podolor and engineer Bill Cooper certainly knows how to craft great records; Steppenwolf and Three Dog Night had many discs frosted with that duo's magic, and the power pop drives immediately on side two. Twilley's "Then We Go Up" works and is followed by the equally potent "Don't Blow Your Life Away," written by guitarist Bill Pitcock, both essays providing the melody and backbeat that makes this genre so eternally delightful. There's a cool cover of the Elvis Presley/Roy Orbison plea "Trying to Get to You," a semi-blues rendition which puts a little detour on this dance card, but has immense charm. Seymour's own "I Really Love You" flies right out of the park, another one of those classic pop tunes someone should reinvent, while guitarist Pitcock from the Dwight Twilley Band as well as some Twilley solo work, pens "Won't Finish Here," which does finish the album in fine style. Phil Seymour from the late Phil Seymour is a classic worth hearing time and again. ~ Joe Viglione Phil Seymour Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  Far More Than "Precious" To Me
Phil Seymour started out as Dwight Twilley’s partner in The Dwight Twilley Band (the pair recorded the classic “I’m On Fire” in 1975). In 1980, Seymour released his self-titled debut album to pretty favorable reviews. The biggest hit was the power-pop classic “Precious To Me”.
I came across it in the cut-out bin in 1992. I bought it only for the song I liked, but I was amazed at how much good stuff lurked in the other tracks: the upbeat “Baby It’s You”, the fast and angry cover of the Go-Go’s “We Just Don’t Get Along”, the I-don’t-care vibe of “Let Her Dance”, and the passion in “I Really Love You”.
For years, the only song you could find from Phil Seymour - on CD or otherwise - was “Precious To Me”, and that was only on compilation discs. Finally – FINALLY – someone got the idea to re-release it on CD. There’s even three bonus tracks. The album sounds as good as ever, crisp and clean. The unreleased tracks sound a little rawer, a little unfinished. Seymour’s voice sounds a little bit dialed-down on these; I don’t know if they were originally contenders for space on this album or not, but I think they would have fit well with a touch more polish.
My only gripe is with the insert. It has a few photos and quotes from various publications and musicians who worked with Phil. I would have preferred a full bio or a complete lyric sheet.
But I’m so pleased that this has finally seen the light of CD release. Any time a favorite album gets cleaned and pressed for CD re-release, it’s a day to celebrate. I’ve already done that. Now it’s your turn.
Submitted by Dave (Fullerton, CA, USA) 
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 2 of 2 found this helpful. Wonderful album
Heard this album many years ago and really fell for it. Was happy to find it on CD. Love listening to it, the songs are great!
Submitted by Ann (Sweden)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Rest In Peace, Phil. You are missed!
This is one of the best pop-rock albums I had ever purchased and had waited many years to find it on CD at a cheap price. CD Universe gave me all of the Phil Seymour "bang" for very affordable "buck." Just getting a CD version of "Baby It's You" was worth what I spent. If you like early 80's pop-rock music, this is a great place to start!
Submitted by Rodney (Missoula, MT)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No PHIL SEYMOUR= MAJOR POP FIGURE*
Precious To Me was a Billboard top 30 hit and there could have been 2 or 3 more smashes from this still thrilling disc. What a voice!
* Phil was a major influence on many pop singers - ask Robin Zander or Peter Case or Doug Fieger or Darren Hayes (Savage Garden)...
Submitted by octoprod1 (LA, CA, USA)
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