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Only On-Stage Recording of the Beau Brummels

Jerry Hobrecht | Davis, CA | 11/01/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD was recorded in February, 1974 at the Shire Road Pub in Fair Oaks, California by all five original members prior to recording "Beau Brummels" in 1975. The band played a four night stand to test the waters for the 1975 reunion album. The Live album contains ten compositions previously unreleased, nineteen songs in all, including "Laugh, Laugh," "Don't Talk to Strangers," "Just a Little," and a very nice version of "You Tell Me Why." The quality of the recording is excellent (the liner notes indicate that it was taken directly from the sound board). The band and the songs on this CD sound great (although recorded in mono). A "must have" for any Beau Brummels' fan."

Surprises

Richard J. Silverberg | Kew Gardens, New York USA | 12/29/2000

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This compact disc features a live performance of this 1960's band. However, it's from a 1974 reunion concert,thus,that's where the surprises begin. The most pleasant surprise was hearing 9 previously unrealeased songs from the band. These songs weren't even on the Brummels 1975 reunion album. The song genres range from country to rock to funk and a few other things. The other main surprise of this performance is how the band sounds. They do sound like a 1970's band. This is mainly acheived because of the 2 guitars players. They are using all sorts of interesting guitar effects such as wah-wah pedals. As a guitarist who has just gotten into using effects I find this educational. Occasionally, this performance gets slightly ragged, but overall it is quite satisfying. And Sal Valentino's voice is as good as it was during the 1960's. In my opinion song highlights include Turn Around/Singing Cowboy, Lisa Queen of a Magazine, & Don't Talk To Strangers."

Live--At Last!

George Steven Fears | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA | 06/23/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've been a fan of the Beau Brummels since the 60's. When their reunion album came out in 1975, I bought a copy, and have played it over and over. When I was checking for Beau Brummels CD's and came across this Live CD, I was a very happy camper. The old songs sounded even better than before. Sal's voice was in fine form during these recordings, and the musicianship was tops. The new songs (some of which made it on the 1975 album) were wonderful. "Tennessee Walker" and "Gate of Hearts" are classics. It's a shame more people didn't find these gems. These songs still stand up after more than 25 years. This is one purchase that I will be glad to play often. God, they were good! I miss their sound. The Bay Area truly produced a unique group. Hope more gems are unearthed. Wish Sal would put out something new. Someone please find more stuff by them! I highly recommend this CD for Brummels fans. There are some of us still around who still appreciate them. Definitely get this one! You won't regret it."