All The Lost Souls
by James Blunt
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Sep 18, 2007
User Score
6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 98 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 98
  3. Negative: 28 out of 98

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  1. casc95
    Jul 27, 2017
    10
    James Blunt's best album so far. A great evolution after the well-made "Back to Bedlam", that is already an amazing album. "All The Lost Souls" is a extremely deep, intense, emotional, and nicely executed album.
  2. natmil
    Dec 26, 2012
    10
    The best album I've heard in my life.
  3. cameronmorewood
    Nov 9, 2012
    5
    It has some good lyrics throughout, but the singer, Blunt, doesn't seem very passionate in the way he delivers them.
  4. Jai11elas
    Jun 29, 2012
    9
    The start off is brilliant and goes up to the 5th track then there is sharp fall down in the tracks 6 and 7.................the ending is perfect i don't know why but i liked that song very much... :)
  5. t_tmiaokenix
    Apr 4, 2008
    8
    Nothing to complain much.
  6. StefanV
    Feb 21, 2008
    10
    The best, most emotionally-charged album of 2007, and i listened to the one by Radiohead. Some o fhtis stuff is sheer genius (I Really Want You and Shine On) and some of the average stuff (Carry You Home and Give Me Some Love) is better than most songs you may hear on the radio. Blunt is very good at using his own life experiences in his songs - just listen to Same Mistake. This is a The best, most emotionally-charged album of 2007, and i listened to the one by Radiohead. Some o fhtis stuff is sheer genius (I Really Want You and Shine On) and some of the average stuff (Carry You Home and Give Me Some Love) is better than most songs you may hear on the radio. Blunt is very good at using his own life experiences in his songs - just listen to Same Mistake. This is a talent who isn't selling records, at least this album isn't. Meanwhile, every song off of Rhianna's terrible record is hitting #1. Yes, the state of music today is terrible, and James Blunt is one of the few bright spots.… Expand
  7. CarmelC
    Jan 18, 2008
    10
    Awwh its a heartfelt cd that I am sure was started with great passion hopefully his passion and depth will continue I am sure the 3rd cd will be fab as well. James you're far too hard on yourself, you're by no means a 0 its 10 all the way luv.
  8. MichaeltheArchangel
    Jan 3, 2008
    10
    Flipping haunting, Bloke!
  9. StarfishRizzi
    Dec 28, 2007
    8
    Can't understand why he gets so slated by the people so called 'in the know'. Jealousy perhaps? If you don't like the music or his voice, that's your right. But to disparage his composing abilities and his musicality is like saying the Mona Lisa is crap because you don't like her dress! It's a good album. Sometimes I feel his lyrics fit the music rather Can't understand why he gets so slated by the people so called 'in the know'. Jealousy perhaps? If you don't like the music or his voice, that's your right. But to disparage his composing abilities and his musicality is like saying the Mona Lisa is crap because you don't like her dress! It's a good album. Sometimes I feel his lyrics fit the music rather than express something but basically I like it.… Expand
  10. CherylW.
    Dec 18, 2007
    9
    It is not as good as the first one, but the average is not bad at all. Excellent work for listeners. Like 1973, this is the best piece, but i am still waiting a piece as good as Goodbye my Lover.
  11. BorisP.
    Dec 14, 2007
    8
    Very good album. We're waiting for the next one.
  12. PhilT
    Dec 8, 2007
    0
    Whiny, irrelevant, insincere, insulting, derivative, utter, utter nonsense.
  13. EamonD.
    Nov 20, 2007
    1
    The first thing that I thought was bad was the title: "All The Lost Souls" sounds like just another overly-sensitive emo basket case who doesn't know how good he's got it in America. He lives in coddled first world affluence but he still cuts himself: what a great guy! Then I tried listening to the CD itself and found it musically intolerable. I am thinking about ending my The first thing that I thought was bad was the title: "All The Lost Souls" sounds like just another overly-sensitive emo basket case who doesn't know how good he's got it in America. He lives in coddled first world affluence but he still cuts himself: what a great guy! Then I tried listening to the CD itself and found it musically intolerable. I am thinking about ending my friendship with the person who's copy I listened to: it's that bad. I don't want to ever "get" James Blunt, because if I do, it means I've sunk lower than the most loser emo kid who worships him. To anyone who likes him now: in 15 years you will wonder how you ever liked this crap. Blunt is to the 00's what most grunge bands were in the 90's: just a phase that it's fans will outgrow as they gain experience in the real world. Most grunge bands sound dated and lame now, and so will Blunt in 2022.… Expand
  14. ArdenW.
    Nov 19, 2007
    0
    No redeeming qualities. Irritating, bland, pass.
  15. AWW.
    Nov 8, 2007
    10
    If you're in the mood to wind down. This album hits the spot. NOT a bad song in the group. Just really really have been enjoying it.
  16. QuangN.
    Nov 6, 2007
    10
    James, you rulez the soulful music !!!
  17. Zanfirb.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    great songs.
  18. gigigigi
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    good music.
  19. Michaels.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    Just brilliant.
  20. JonJon
    Oct 18, 2007
    0
    Why is there not a minus rating for this garbage?
  21. GrantK.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    Does need a few listens, but an excellent album nonetheless.
  22. Laura
    Oct 12, 2007
    10
    All that lost souls is PERFECT!
  23. Anthony
    Oct 10, 2007
    0
    I'm sorry... but you'd have to be bordering on insane to like anything about this rubbish.
  24. ShaneC.
    Oct 9, 2007
    1
    1973 is a masterpiece , great, lively,energetic even tho it`s not what he's known for !! The rest of the album made me angry , very very angry !! He sings the same verse over and over , no bridge or chorus, just the same bloody verse over and over for around the duration of lent !! Its the same for around 6 of the song`s ! i guarantee you`ll see this cd being thrown out of car 1973 is a masterpiece , great, lively,energetic even tho it`s not what he's known for !! The rest of the album made me angry , very very angry !! He sings the same verse over and over , no bridge or chorus, just the same bloody verse over and over for around the duration of lent !! Its the same for around 6 of the song`s ! i guarantee you`ll see this cd being thrown out of car windows !!!! Crap , Poo , Shizit , what ever ya want to call it , it`s bad !!… Expand
  25. JohnC.
    Oct 6, 2007
    9
    Seems like a lot of people don't like the person and are reviewing with that bias in mind. The album itself is great, its better than most of the things i've heard this year. Yes, the songs can be considered on the safe side but theres no throw away tracks or skits to make the cd longer. Give it a try.
  26. thomy.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    absolutely brilliant!!!!it touched me ,when i sat down to enjoy music on Saturday morning & i really loved it.Trust me its v.good & worth ur money. Blunt bashers will always hate him,but he is an icon!!
  27. Sandra
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    The guy is handsome, smart, writes most of his own songs, dates models, and is successful. There's a lot for men to envy with this guy -- and the reviews by men are almost universally dripping with malice and personal put-downs. I love this album as much as his first. Bet he sells a bundle of these CD despite the critics.
  28. LauraL.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    Love his music.
  29. RobbieC
    Sep 27, 2007
    2
    It sucks.
  30. stevenp.
    Sep 27, 2007
    9
    This record by james blunt blew me away... i really think he's touching on something special here. 2007 has brought a lot of bad records to the table (the reminder, panda bears' person pitch, friend opportunity) but this new effort by james blunt is a truly refreshing listen! i believe it will deservedly be held among the years best, and will be fondly remembered in the years to come.
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Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 21
  3. Negative: 3 out of 21
  1. Amazon.com
    80
    Here's a set that suggests rock has got its head screwed on straight again, that the path to real feelings need not necessarily be led by Norah Jones.
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  2. Billboard
    80
    He shows the abandon and confidence of a long-term artist, not just a one-hit wonder.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Lost improves on the first disc at least five times over, partly because its starker focus might really take you back to...well, certainly not a club, but maybe an AM radio-equipped kid's bedroom circa 1973. [21 Sep 20007, p.80]
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