"Produced by Basia and creative partner Danny White, the album retained the smooth jazz elements that had made their previous records so satisfying. But this time around, the band explored more modern pop production styles, resulting in an album that retained its mellowness while occasionally being much more playful and groove-oriented. It was a risk, but they pulled it off; songs like “Yearning,” “Perfect Mother,” and “Simple Pleasures” hearken back to the jazz balladry that made her previous records so satisfying, while “Drunk On Love,” “An Olive Tree,” and “Third Time Lucky” added an upbeat pop groove that prevents The Sweetest Illusion from being a mere retread of the ground covered by her previous releases. This deluxe reissue expands The Sweetest Illusion into three albums, and for the most part, the bonuses are quite rewarding." (therecoup.com)
