Another candidate for most obscure album I own (no allmusic.com review!), and honestly, I can see why. This certainly isn't the worst album I've ever heard and Allan Rich, whoever he may be, has some modicum of musical talent, with a voice reminiscent of James Taylor and apparently, the ability to play the piano as well. But as I was able to immediately ascertain from his decision to lead off his record with a Bruce Springsteen cover, Rich fails on Glass Heart to establish any personality, or really anything memorable about him. His sound is most reminiscent of Boz Scaggs - well-produced, soulful, mid 70s pop-rock. But even compared to the incredibly bland soul of Scaggs, Rich's music drifts in and out, any positive impressions fated to wither and perish. Blue bin!
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