24 Karat Gold production

[mitzo]

I do not understand how any fan could not adore 24KG. The songs are mostly vintage Stevie and the production is consistent, unassuming, and showcases her songwriting and her mature voice with all its strengths and flaws. To me it is probably her best, in that it has none of the weaknesses that plague her previous solo albums: crappy uneven production, the throwaway vocals, the questionable song choices and songs written by others, the overly self-indulgent content, and embarrassing attempts to be a rock star. Instead we get a surprising collection of mostly treats. No wonder it is her most well-reviewed album ever. The only tracks I endure or skip are the unholy trio of I Don't Care, Hard Advice, and Watch Chain, the latter thank God a bonus track along with the equally painful Twisted.