Product Reviews
Todd Rundgren's last three albums for Bearsville are rounded up on this double-disc set: the experimental A Cappella, the slick soul of Nearly Human, and the live-in-studio 2nd Wind. Apart from a dance mix of A Cappellas' "Something to Fall Back On," there are no bonus tracks, only new notes from Rundgren expert Paul Myers, and the audio is remastered, making this as an appealing package. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi
Product Notes
Digitally remastered two CD set containing a trio of albums from the veteran singer, songwriter, producer and Pop music pioneer. When Bearsville Records closed its doors in 1984, and Utopia split up, Todd signed with Warner Brothers. His deal allowed him to record whatever he wanted, and allowed Warners to release only what they thought was commercial. This Edsel package brings together all three difficult-to-find albums that were issued on Warners, in 1985, 1989 and 1991. A Capella is purely the sound of Todd's voice, often imitating instruments, on a wide variety of songs. By contrast Nearly Human was recorded live in the studio with a large ensemble and guests like Bobby Womack and Narada Michael Walden. Second Wind was recorded live in a San Francisco theatre, again with a large ensemble, in front of an audience who were told to keep quiet. The package contains all the lyrics, and extensive notes by Paul Myers, extracted from his definitive book on Todd Rundgren A Wizard, A True Star: Todd Rundgren In The Studio. Edsel Records. 2012.