In my opinion, ABB is a real Jagger album, just like IORR or Some Girls. His singing is very relaxed unlike on albums such as Undercover or Dirty Work (even Steel Wheels). Furthermore, he plays about 50% of the instruments, even bass and keyboards. Keith's influence on Voodoo Lounge was obvious, but now he seems to be satisfied with what Mick brings in.

This shoulnd not be a rating but an impression.

Now imagine the Stones record in Keith's Ocho Rios, Jamaica, home next time around. Do you think this would turn out as a real Richards album then with Keith playing most of the guitars because Ronnie might not like to live with Keith because of his own health issues, with Keith playing most of the bass parts because Darryl wouldn't be needed if Keith and Don Was can do it, and Chuck playing all of the keyboards because Keith's arthritis prevents him from it?

My point on this is: in France, Jagger had his home advantage.