on which Jeff Lynn shows he had a knack for jaunty, otherworldly catchiness from the jump. The highlights (The Birthday, Morning Sunshine) are swirling, gorgeous mini-masterpieces, with production punch that 50 years in obscurity couldn't blunt. Gorgeous guitars abound throughout.
But. And look: it's no crime to be influenced by the Beatles, but Obla Di Obla Da wasn't the height of their output. Too many songs on The Birthday Party are childish, bouncy little singsong numbers (I Like My Toys, Sitting in My Tree) that, even at 2 minutes, overstay their welcome. An inspiring glimpse into what Lynn was capable of, but too uneven to make for much of a listen 3.5/5
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