Only two years after delivering his first live set, Bryan Adams returned with his second, Unplugged. Of course, "unplugged" albums were in vogue in the '90s, but it has to be said that Adams arrived a little late in the game, several years after efforts by Eric Clapton and 10,000 Maniacs ruled the charts. Nevertheless, Adams' Unplugged is a strong effort, featuring stripped down versions of such staples as "Summer of '69," "Cuts Like a Knife," and "Heaven," that prove that he's a resourceful, straight-ahead rocker with a knack for a hook. There are also a handful of surprises, like the early cut, "Fits Ya Good," and a few new songs that keep the record interesting for dedicated fans. But the overall quality of the music makes the record one of his best efforts of the '90s. [The Japanese edition features a bonus track.] ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide