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  • Summary: The latest full-length release for the British actor/musician was recorded in the summer of 2020.
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  1. May 14, 2021
    90
    With The Blue Elephant he has made something bordering on greatness, where his skills at creating sound are allowed to fully flower, his songs have grown deeper roots, and the pairing with Blundell borders on brilliant.
  2. May 13, 2021
    80
    Much more than a simple retro retread, it bursts with life and invention, fuelled by the clear joy of the central ensemble.
  3. Uncut
    May 13, 2021
    80
    The Blue Elephant is a sonic odyssey. [Jun 2021, p.23]
  4. Jun 18, 2021
    80
    Blue Elephant is like a soundtrack to a classic ITC TV programme, with lots of jumping into sleek jaguars and speeding along Chelsea Embankment. If that ticks your boxes, this is one of the best albums you’ll hear all year.
  5. Mojo
    May 13, 2021
    60
    Barry also produces with an ear to the sonics of yesteryear. ... But some of the vocal sections aren't as strong. [Jun 2021, p.87]
  6. Classic Rock Magazine
    May 13, 2021
    60
    This slender exercise in flimsy whimsy boasts plenty f charm but few substantial songs. [Jun 2021, p.78]
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