Nils Lofgren - Blue With Lou - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Nils (1979) is the seventh studio album by American rock musician, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Nils (Hilmer) Lofgren, born on June 21, 1951, in Chicago. The album blends rock and pop rock elements, showcasing Lofgren's skillful guitar work and songwriting abilities. It features a mix of upbeat tracks and ballads, highlighting his versatility as a musician. Songs from the album, especially InchNo MercyInch and InchShine Silently, Inch have been staples in Lofgren's live performances, demonstrating their lasting appeal. The album, produced by Bob Ezrin, known for his work with Alice Cooper (InchBillion Dollar BabiesInch, InchSchool's OutInch), Kiss (InchDestroyerInch), Lou Reed (InchBerlinInch), Peter Gabriel (InchCarInch) and Pink Floyd (InchThe WallInch), features polished production typical of rock albums of the late '70s, with a clear and balanced mix that emphasizes Lofgren's vocals and guitar work. In addition to being a solo artist, Nils Lofgren has been a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band since 1984 and a member of Crazy Horse (1970-1971, 1973, 2018-present). Lofgren was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the E Street Band in 2014. Album Tracks 1. No Mercy 2. I'll Cry Tomorrow 3. Baltimore 4. Shine Silently 5. Steal Away 6. Kool Skool 7. A Fool Like Me 8. I Found Her 9. You're So Easy 10. This Life Holds Something for Me

A classic acoustic show with Nils, his brothers and Paul Bell recorded brilliantly by Ron Freeland at The Barns at Wolftrap. This album has been cited frequently in tech mags for it's stellar sound quality. Also features three new songs by Nils. This remains his best selling to date, featuring his best songs over the last 45 years. Album Tracks 1. You 2. Sticks and Stones 3. Some Must Dream 4. Little on Up 5. Keith Don't Go (Ode to the Glimmer Twin) 6. Wonderland 7. Big Tears Fall 8. Believe 9. Black Books 10. To Your Heart 11. Man in the Moon 12. I'll Arise 13. Blue Skies 14. Tears on Ice 15. All Out 16. Mud in Your Eye 17. No Mercy

It's been a busy couple of years for rocker Nils Lofgren, and it just got busier. After recording both the Barn album (and the Grammy nominated film) and the World Record album (produced by Neil Young and Rick Rubin) as a member of Neil Young's Crazy Horse, followed by the recently released All Roads Lead Home by band members Molina, Talbot, Lofgren, and Young, and completing the recording for his new solo album Mountains, Nils gets a call that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street band are going out on an extended worldwide tour. So while solo touring has been put on hold, fans won't have to wait for Nils new studio album Mountains. On Mountains, Nils moves seamlessly between bluesy and straight ahead rockers and tender ballads as only he can, all treated with Nils' sonic attention to detail and unmistakable vocals and guitar. Mountains contains Nils' adept story telling at it's best, with 9 brand new originals and a cover of Bruce Springsteen's Back In Your Arms. Notable guests on the new album include Neil Young, Ringo Starr, David Crosby, Cindy Mizelle, the Howard Gospel Choir, and Ron Carter. Blue With Lou bandmates Andy Newmark and Kevin McCormick make a repeat appearance. Nils notes With new and unfamiliar challenges facing us at home these last years of pandemic, I wrote and recorded Mountains to reflect that journey. I can't recall feeling stronger about a new album. Rough, tender, an inspired work for me, gratefully. Mountains is produced by Nils and his wife Amy. He adds I'm excited to share this new, emotional music. The CD packaging contains stunning artwork by artist Ed Mell. Album Tracks 1. Ain't the Truth Enough (Featuring Ringo Starr) 2. Only Ticket Out 3. Back in Your Arms (Featuring the Howard Gospel Choir) 4. Won't Cry No More 5. Nothing's Easy (Featuring Neil Young) 6. Dream Killer 7. Only Your Smile (Featuring Ron Carter) 8. I Re