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  • Summary: The Rolling Stones’ former bassist releases his first solo album in 33 years.
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Hurt
Seems like it was yesterday when I saw your face You told me how proud you were, but I walked away If only I knew what I know today Ooh, ooh I would... See the rest of the song lyrics
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  1. 60
    Taken overall, it does gather moss, but that’s to be expected from a man of his vintage.
  2. Jul 27, 2015
    60
    While the songs are sturdy enough to withstand such gentle rocking, this is a vibe record, the sound of an old pro playing not because it's necessary but because it's fun.
  3. Uncut
    Jun 22, 2015
    50
    Wyman and his band soon settle into a series of mid-tempo songs whose predictable arrangements are matched by bland lyrics and a voice that sounds like it would much rather be someplace else. [Jul 2015, p.84]
  4. Jun 22, 2015
    40
    Sadly, Wyman can neither sing nor write a decent song.
  5. Mojo
    Jun 22, 2015
    40
    [An] unexpected and trenchantly singular statement. [Jul 2015, p.86]
  6. Q Magazine
    Jul 1, 2015
    40
    Back To Basics' pub-rock charm wears thin pretty quickly. [Aug 2015, p.115]
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