Studio 150
by Paul Weller
  • Record Label: V2
  • Release Date: Sep 14, 2004
Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. Mojo
    40
    There's little attempt to get under the skin of these songs, or really bend them into new shapes. [Oct 2004, p.100]
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  2. Q Magazine
    40
    What is surprising is how lacklustre an affair it turns out to be. [Oct 2004, p.128]
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  3. AllMusic
    60
    Some of these songs are familiar, but these arrangements are distinctly Weller's own, and it makes for an effective listen -- maybe not a major effort from the Modfather, but an enjoyable one all the same.

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. RonH
    Nov 7, 2005
    9
    Weller covering the Carpenters is like a dream come true!
  2. DanielS
    Sep 3, 2005
    7
    Dazzling Weller-level material? No, but with his distinctive mark. Great reworkings of classic songs? No, rather mixed here. A failure? No. Dazzling Weller-level material? No, but with his distinctive mark. Great reworkings of classic songs? No, rather mixed here. A failure? No. It's a mixed bag, but the arrangements (generally), the musiscianship, and (do not underestimate) the voice really make for a very solid album. Interesting alone for his choice of material, and for showing his roots.… Full Review »
  3. peterr
    Jul 4, 2005
    9
    Mmmmmmmmm
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