Rock with a little shake of jazz!
592724
TRW's release "Rivers Of Paradise" is amazing! All of these musicians are jazz musicians that have come together for a rock album as a group. I am not a big fan of straight rock but this CD is something else! The musicians play all they have into each song. The only thing "wrong" with this recording is that each member was recorded at their own studio, not live & that they got additional help from other musicians. But none of this affects the music. The music is top notch: rock with a splash of jazz! The band: Mark Williamson, bass, vocal (lead); Mike Thompson, acoustic & electric guitars, vocal; John Robinson, drums & percussion, vocal with additional musicians Neil Stubenhaus & Leland Sklar, bass & some additional singers. To hear more of Mark Williamson, please check out&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Time-Slipping-By/dp/B000008MXD/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Time Slipping By</a>. To hear more of Mike Thompson, check out&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/World-According-To-M-T/dp/B00000E0RB/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">World According To M.T.</a>. To hear more of John Robinson, check out&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Funkshui/dp/B0006LINL6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Funkshui</a>. Enjoy this CD!
2242334
Rhythms reminiscent of Zepplin intermingled with Radiohead and a hint of Coldplay & the Foo Fighters on tracks like Wash, Spin, Empty Space, and Take me away are literally built on a "ROCK" foundation that will withstand time.  That deep voice of Jason mixed with the drum beats of Rick & Sergio's resonating bass provides entertainment for the mainstream metal enthusiast as well as melodic meanings in a time when we are all searching for meaning.  This album recreates the air guitar for those who thought it died!  It leaves you feeling rejuvenated, uplifted, refreshed...
Stand, Climb, Fall provides lyrics anyone can relate to.  The acoustic verion of Sky is Falling is beyond words and allows you to feel one on one with the band!  The maturity of this band is well represented in tunes such as Anchor and My Precious.  It makes you think, "these guys are how old?"  This band has stepped up to the plate and delivered a Grand Slam!  It is just what we need post 9-11!  Stanley Climbfall makes you want to get up and dance around or tap out the drums in unison with Rick and feel lighthearted, free!  It is impossible to sit still & listen to these awesome tracks!  The time has come for artists to play their own instruments and write their own music-Lifehouse delivers on both charges and far surpasses expectations left by "Hanging by a Moment"!  The interpretation of the lyrics is left up to the individual so it can be personalized to each person which creates more of a one on one perception with the band.  This is not corporate rock or studio enhanced voices.  This record challenges you to handle the real music and ROCK with the big boys!  Can you handle the challenge?
Best thing about this band is they sound as good LIVE as they do on audio, and this is a rarity in today's technological world where harmony seems to be a reflection of days gone by.  It is impossible to pick one favorite off of this album!  But, Anchor makes me feel grounded and Take me Away makes me want to be rescued! It leaves you wanting more and more and more...Buy it and you will see for yourself!  It rocks.
444022
I happened to walk in and hear a cut from Feats' "Rooster Rag" playing on the killer sound system of my favorite little Indie music store, Hoodlums, in Tempe, AZ today. After hearing a few more songs play, it was obvious that I wasn't leaving the store without it! Hot tip of the day... Little Feat has done it again! As fans of Feat have come to expect, there will always be a wide range of musical genres and flavors to "taste"... rock and roll, bayou, funk, and blues. You know, like all sweet and spicy at the same time... and superbly mixed into a simmering, mouthwatering, musical gumbo! And, as the liner notes explain, "... A band that is born halfway between Frank Zappa and the world's best country-truck driving song is clearly going to cover lots of ground." Indeed! Make no mistake, Paul Barrere, Sam Clayton, Gabriel Ford, Kenny Gradney, Bill Payne, and Fred Tackett are rock-solid on "Rooster Rag"... Little Feats' 16th studio album. And as for Lowell, may he rest in peace. Although I'm thinking after hearing this album, he's probably out there somewhere grinning from ear-to-ear... and doing the "Rooster Rag!"
3234611
Once again, Prism strikes back with a new collection of modern songs that present a solid Rock rhythm based ballads with ocasional arabesque figures with Sitar, bluesy clitches or lone soulful sax in between; all with a clean and accurate production, just enough to take a big breath and have a renewed and longer music life in the Rock industry.

If you have listened PRISM before, Please don't expect to listen the old Rock 'n' Roll soul of the band with its Rhythm and blues sax arrangements and mixtures; remember that after Ron Tabak left, Henry Small took his place on vocals and keyboards for two or three more PRISM recordings, filling in the sound of the group with a lot of crafty ballads and more mellow melodies, leaving aside the known rocker side of the band in the process; but now, this 2009 the founder member Al Harlow took the leadership (in the absence of any other member) trying to take the Prism's music to an upper level with the recording of the new album "Big Black Sky", that with his band is touring again to promote this new asset.

being Al Harlow the last original member of PRISM and the composer of the hit "Flyin'", it was a good effort that evolved in a more fresh sound than original; but the way of al harlow sing his compositions make one to remember the Ron Tabak singing esque, but it's Ok!... if you loved the soft side or the rhythmic tracks of PRISM in their heyday, then it is a good moment for you to listen it.

Now the band are: Al Harlow/Guitar and lead vocals; Gary Grace/Drums; Steve-O/Keyboards, guitar and vocals; and Tad Goddard/ electric Bass. And the tracks are: Big Black Sky, Ya Bother Me, Across the Border, Tangiers, Hundred Years, Say You Want Me, The Rock, Nervous Breakdown, Rock (finale), Last Time, Rock Overture, Try me, and One Woman's Hero.... Good Luck!
150693
This is a wonderful CD.  I love jazz, and I was introduced to this jazz fusion band by a friend living in Quebec, Canada.  The musicality is exceptional, and each musician and/or guest artist featured plays very well - the solos are up to par...the horns, guitars, piano, keyboards, etc.; let's not forget the drummer: Larnell Lewis, on 'What About Me?' and 'Lingus', the way he responds to Cory Henry's solo and the saxophone solo on 'Outlier'...AMAZING!!  I have been listening to this CD at home and in my car, dancing to each tune or simply sitting back to savour each instrument.  Even my six year-old daughter knows the tunes, from the beginning to the coda; the solos as well.  I can go on and on about how excellent this CD is...what I would like is an opportunity to see this band live.  Keep up the good work...!!
3675494
Just a little more time! That is all this band needs to fill a CD full of some thing really new. They have a great sound. It rocks and then some. Vocals are creative and they are begining to show a polish many seasoned  bands have missed. This album is not noise cranked loud. One song blends  into another and will wear you out. If they lengthen the tracks and work on  a few nice guitar riffs I cannot wait for the next release. Take this one  for a test drive, see if Carolines Spine does not make you sit up straight!
1967627
This is a very energetic album, and it is quite adequate in the rock department.  The songs are well thought out, and the components of the songs are quite nice.  Ricky Wilson (lead vocals)does quite a fine job with singing, and the other members of the band work together nicely.  Overall, I would definately reccomend this album for some brilliant rock fun.
Please accept this jumbled review as an expression of a great album!
4018058
13 minutes of pure gold!
Sure, $30 does seem a little steep for such a short album (it is a single), but the songs are well worth it.
The song titles are as follows:
1. Pretty Little Lilly Can Dance No More - 2:20
2. Daddy Goes Out Jail - 3:18
3. Oh! Baby - 2:16
4. Space Rock-Part 1 - 5:27
The 5.6.7.8's have a great vintage rock and roll sound that incorporates adorable Japanese vocals. The musicianship is great, recreating catchy '50's style jukebox rock with fun to sing a long backing vocals.
The first track kind of reminded me of The Who in their earlier years, where "Daddy Goes Out Jail" is more of a boogie song that you'd kick your socks off and dance along to. The third song slows things down just a little bit while the singer croons out a love song. The last tune doesn't have any words, but some wicked organ playing.
The package design is beautiful and reads mostly in Japanese.
At first, I was dssappointed that it was such a short disc for what I paid, but it's one of those albums that you can just stick on repeat for over an hour and not want to listen to anything else.
Overall, I highly recommend these songs, but try to see if you can find them on a full length rather than dishing out the dough for this one.
1776458
Bona fide Country Rock right here!
I hear a lot of bands claiming to be Rock/Country but these guys really nail it the good old fashion way, yet with very professional modern production. The musicianship is bar none and the tunes run circles around the current popular Rock/Country you hear on the radio. About time! I think everyone who is a true rock fan will agree! Not to mention these songs cover a wide spectrum of style, but stay consistent as a band. A true sign of musical maturity! These guys are surely no one trick pony! They have the classic vibe, with the modern punch of real rock'n roll! and the ballads are just as strong as the hard hitting singles! Great job guys! Be sure to post your tour schedule when you hit the road cause I will be there! Back to the music for me! :)
1319699
In an era of new music that has watered down the idea of rock and replaced it with poppy, radio friendly, corporate crap pile that is designed to sell records; it is easy to lose hope.  Then there was Black Water Rising, this band kicks some serious A**.  I was very impressed by this album and was excited to hear something new that sounded like some guys plugging in, turning up, and shredding it out.  These guys are refreshing and the album has some great tracks and I can safely say that I have listened to this album all the way through many, many times and have not been bored by it at all!

In short, if you dig classic style, hard rocking, driving fast, rock and roll then this album is for you. Purchase, listen, and rock out!!
1698687
No wonder these guys have played with some of the best artists from the west, like Jimmy Page and Robert Plant. Incredible sound from a real rock band!
1460463
Hey! Wheres my tux? has got rock organ and saxophone dealing some funky jazz improvisation on tracks What was that and Jilly Bean. All players get their individual moments on the live recording Jilly Bean. Sheik of Araby and NG2 are lighter with a graceful swing rhythm. I cant call this album a melange or blend... its more of a brew! I say that because all these intricacies are steeped in a rock solid groove. Very approachable, very skillful.. Delightfully superb music :-)
3155940
I love Rick Braun and Boney James. They come together on an excellent jazz cut with a cool beat. Enjoy!
5251
I only wanted two songs on this album Love on the Rocks and Livin for the Minute, but what a fantastic surprise the other tracks were. And for those of you that love interviews with bands, there is a fantastic surprise in store with a ten minute interview with all four members of the band; Bret, CC, Bobby and Rikki.
Every track on this album will have you singing and yes even playing the air guitar.
I play this CD in the car and just open the sun roof and let the windows down and sing a duet with Bret, and it makes my day!! Hail to the KINGS OF ROCK N ROLL
1044735
I haven't seen them live (unless seeing them perform on The Tonight Show counts), but this is the kind of music that begs to be heard live.  Care was clearly taken in giving a live feel to the recordings.  While this album is top loaded with barn burners (and none burn as firecely as "S.O.B."), there are some terrific mellower songs like "Wating Time" and the aptly titled "Mellow Out" to prevent this from becoming a monotonous genre exercise.
Rateliff has a terrific voice for this material and the band has a lot of energy.  Perhaps a couple of songs could have benefited from more interesting arrangements, but this is a very fine debut from the Night Swats. Keep rock n roll alive!
3671418
If you dig rock in sax and great music in general with a beat ,you'll love this.
561745
This band rocks!  I saw them live in Wisconsin Dells. And they put on a great show! They combine bluegrass, cajun, zydeco, and rock in to a nice menagerie!  All are very talented musicians and are up beat. This album is a cross cut of their genre.  Two thumbs up!