"... ‘Kick it Around’ on Ruf Records shows the typical handwriting of James Hunter, but the compositions are more direct and rounded.The result of the co-operation with producer Boz Boorer was a gifted mixture of pointed up tempo songs, which find their way directly into the listener’s ears, and graceful dreamy ballads like the wonderful ‘Mollena’. His own songs are supplemented by two covers ‘Lovers Question’ and ‘Dearest’. Music of the 60’s is pretty much en vogue at the moment, and ‘Kick it Around’ fits perfectly into this current revival thing - though its freshness and authenticity is almost outrageous. All basic tracks were recorded live (as usual), and compared with his previous albums he abstained from using guest appearances and more instruments. ‘First I planned to use an additional piano here and some strings there but after the first takes were done it came out very clear that the band brings so much energy and life into the production, that additional instruments would be more disturbing than a support.' Everything worked out that fine, that the basic tracks for ‘Kick it Around’ were recorded within just five days - a positive omen. The pleasant Briton is almost very satisfied with his new product - although his greatest wish will never be fulfilled: ‘I think I’d like to be Robert Mitchum’ he says. "

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... "Soul was added to the R&B and he recorded his debut on ACE named “Believe What I Say”. The basic framework is formed by guitar, double bass, drums, tenor and baritone sax. The production was rounded by guest appearances of Van Morrison and soul Diva Doris Troy."

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