John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band
John Lennon

A phenomenal debut solo album by Lennon. Having only ever listened to 'Imagine' - which I personally found to be a bit overrated and obtuse - I was surprised to get genuine enjoyment out of this one. Lennon gives a raw and intimately personal vocal performance; Ringo's drumming is tasteful as ever; and Klaus Voormann's basslines are the icing on the cake. 'All Things Must Pass' - for me - remains the quintessential post-Beatles solo album. But having listened through this one a few times, I must admit this one is now a close second.

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