Craig Fenton reviews Buzzy Linhart's ELECTRIC LADY DREAM!
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Buzzy
Linhart- Electric Lady Dream
The Eddie Kramer Sessions 1969
Electric Lady Dream: The Eddie Kramer Sessions (New York City, 1969)
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Recordings
made in 1969 by the legendary singer-songwriter, Buzzy Linhart,
engineered by Eddie Kramer and co-produced by Eddie Kramer and Buzzy at
Jimi Hendrix's ELECTRIC LADY STUDIO in New York City.
Genre: Rock: 60's Rock
Release Date: 2012
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CRAIG FENTON'S REVIEW 9/21/12
For
the old rocker the release from the vaults of “Electric Lady Dream” pronounces
with clear articulation Buzzy Linhart’s inconceivable ability to record such
diverse material and tie it together in one uniform package.
Eddie
Kramer the legendary engineer and producer (has worked with David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Nice,
Rolling Stones, and Traffic to name a few) and Buzzy allowed the other to
pontificate their strengths. Kramer’s a
wizard on the audio controls but never tries to usurp Buzzy’s vision. It’s not about a slick sound that appeals to
the masses but rather in this case letting the artist stay on the eclectic side
of the road. Where Eddie earns all the
superlatives you can muster is the incredible clarity of each instrument,
recording levels that are optimum, and the ability to discern the vocals
without being buried in a sea of sound.
The eight tracks are a rock and roll
excursion through Buzzy’s world. The
opening number “If you Love Me’ instantly sets the tone for the album’s
firepower.
One of the most impressive things I’ve
ever heard from Buzzy is the interpretation of folk-rock master Fred Neil’s
“The Bag I’m In.” Paul Kantner of the
Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, and, KBC Band previously performed a
superlative live rendition. Buzzy in
true fashion bucks the trend and does an electric version. It’s a must listen several times before
proceeding to the next number.
Another stand-out is “Talk About A Morning.” It grabs at you like a cobra wanting
confrontation.
If you enjoy any or all of Captain Beyond, early Steve Miller, Spooky
Tooth, Wishbone Ash, and Frank Zappa this is the dream you’ll wish you’ll never
wake up from.
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Buzzy contributes Drums, Guitar,
Keyboards, Percussion, Vibraphone, and Vocals.
Moogy Klingman on piano and organ. Performed with Randy California, Jimi Hendrix, Lou Reed, and Todd Rundgren. Passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2011.
Doug Rodrigues on lead guitar and percussion. Session work
includes Terry Reid and Santana.
Douglas Rauch on bass, percussion and lead guitar on
“Mother’s Red Light.” Session work includes Santana and Carly Simon.
John Siomos on drums. Session work includes Rick Derringer,
Peter Frampton, and Todd Rundgren.
All the best,
Craig Fenton
Author: Jefferson Airplane
“Take Me To A Circus Tent”
Jefferson Starship “Have You Seen The Stars Tonite”
______________________________________________________________Tracks
| song title |
time
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| 1. If You Love Me | 3:53 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 2. The Bag I'm in | 3:50 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 3. The Birds | 2:47 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 4. Talk About a Morning | 6:33 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 5. Reputation | 4:18 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 6. Time to Go | 4:56 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 7. Mother's Red Light | 3:54 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
| 8. Everybody's Got /Don't You Know | 2:55 | + MP3 $0.99 | |
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