"I've been following this guy's career for almost 6 years now and have been lucky enough to catch over a dozen live shows. Believe what you read in all the other reviews about the man's talents, he has definitely got it goin' on...but, the one thing that has impressed me the most over the years is the fact that I have never seen him 'take a night off' and turn in a sub-par performance. Trust me, after winessing a Gomes show first-hand, you WILL be on your feet buying into his belief that music can change the world, one rocking soul at a time.
"Live" perfectly captures all of the intensity and emotion of a night with Gomes and his rock-solid group of sidemen. Nevermind the fact that I dig the band...this is one of the best live recordings I've ever had the pleasure to listen to. This CD was long-awaited and most definitely does not disappoint. Buy it.
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"Live" Play it loud
Steev | Michigan | 02/22/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Super high energy to say the least.Anthony Gomes shreds on his axe like no other.True of every live show I have witnessed.This disc is the rock, blues, and funk you expect from AG.Pulling it all from the depths of his soul and letting it flow from his finger tips and lips comes the vibe that makes you move on your feet or rock in your seat!Live is the next best thing to being there in person!With the accompaniment of Mr. bass to the bone Biscuit Miller,Denis Palatin (AKA Frenchy)and his bitch'n beat plus Hammer'n the ivories, Todd Hamric AKA Church.Makes this spinner even more of a collectible!Definitely add this one to the rack. Now you will understand what it means to be "Anthonized"! Then grab a friend and head for a show to experience "LIVE" up close and personal.Give it a try. Get Anthotized! Hell yeah!!!!"
Thrilling
Tracy Real | Elk River, MN | 02/19/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Anthony's Live performances are amazing! There is nothing but raw blues and rockin soul from beggingn to end."
There's guitarists & there's entertainers Gomes is the best
Phil G | Long Island, New York | 04/12/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Having never seen Anthony outside of You Tube I'm about to have the pleasure of seeing Anthony's show, twice in 3 days time,here in NY 4/19 & 4/21/08. I have to tell you there's not many acts that at my age I would need to see more than once, yet after what I saw on You Tube & what I heard on his latest CD LIVE I'm so psyched for these show. You hear this cd & it feels like your right there,front row. The energy is cosmic. He's a throw back to what I consider the "good ole days" of blues rock. Peter Green, Led Zep, Jimi, Cream .Humble Pie, etc. Anthony gives it to you 3 ways to Sunday...stage presence,vocally,& instumentally. Ain't many around give you this kinda bang these days."
A Stellar recording from a Stellar Artist!
J. L. Martin | Ottawa, Canada | 02/20/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Long awaited, and much anticipated, Anthony Gomes - LIVE - is a masterpiece that captures the energy and heart and soul that is projected in his live performances. The man is a smokin' guitarist, amazing songwriter, gusty, passionate vocalist and all round fantastic performer. Anyone who has ever been to a gig knows the intoxicating, mesmerizing sound of his funky, soulful blues that lifts your spirit and pulls you out of your seat, vibrating your body to rock out on the dance floor! This recording perfectly projects that vibe and will have you groovin' along wherever you are. LIVE has 12 cuts which all display this artist's musical wizardry to the utmost, making it difficult to find just one favourite! From the rockin' classic cover of "Heartbreaker", the inspiring message on "War on War", the funky groove of "Bluebird" to soulful and sweet "Won't Let You Down", LIVE is an all round fantastic recording that has become my new favourite of his! Buy the cd, hear for yourself, and then find a gig to experience the full effect!"