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While some may take issue with the addition of a vocalist( or the vocalist herself) there is never any doubt as to what we're listening to. This is first and foremost a JEFF BECK ALBUM!!! And what an album it is. Political and social commentary run through the entire album. Unheard of for any kind of a JB album. You make your own call as to the validity of all that. But, at the very least, this shows that even at 72 he is not afraid to chart a new course for himself. And then there is the guitar. Are you kidding me!?!? The range of sounds and the emotions his guitar conveys is mind boggling. He goes from some of the rudest and crudest sounds a guitar is capable of making, to some of the most melodic and angelic lines imaginable. To be able to express himself equally as well through such a range is an ability that I find almost inconceivable. Great sounds abound! A must buy!!!
Posted by Snicker327
Jeff Beck is my favorite amongst the still living members of the Rock Guitar Gods Club. (Jimi will always be King, IMHO!) JB has always continued to grow, never resting on his laurels or going backward into blues like some of his contemporaries. He began a journey with his groundbreaking album "Blow By Blow" into the jazz-influenced rock fusion world that continues to this day. His hand technique is light years ahead of most "rock" guitarists. His band line-up is constantly changing. This line up is a return to his rock roots, with his progressive approach to the guitar and a female-driven band. it is very contemporary RAWK with excellent guitar work by one of the Masters! If you like your Rock loud and raucous, this is a great choice. Really excellent vocals and lyrics, too!
Posted by sitarbob
One of Jeff Beck weaknesses (he doesn't have many!) is the quality of material on some of his albums. The playing exceeds the level of the songwriting. Plus for me I get a little bored of all instrumental albums. Here he is joined by girls from the group Bones UK. They inject a needed energy to the songs. Rosie Bones sings topical lyrics with passion and sass. Beck rises to their level of energy. Great to see a man 50 yrs into his career still growing and pushing forward. Play it loud!
Posted by Muzikman
