Search - Reverend Horton Heat :: Lucky 7

Finally full flavored RHH again!

03/15/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you love RHH but thought the last 2 albums were pretty much "Rev lite" then buy this album.It is very much like the first 3 albums, burnin' cranking rockabilly.I wouldn't say this one sounds like Smoke em'....or Full Custom...or Liquor....except in the way it rocks.It is very much a new album but imediately recognizable.Put the disc in and turn the volume way up.The only thing you will need your remote for is to listen to a song,or disc,again or turn it up even more!It is such a relief listening to this album,I thought the Rev was all done.Although there were some good songs on Space heater and Spend a Night in the Box,I think most people felt they seemed to have lost the fire.Before listening to this one I was told by many that"it's like their old stuff".It is like their old stuff,but new.It does NOT sound like they went out to make an album that sounds like classic RHH though it will be a classic!It does not sound "forced".This is a genuine RHH album,just like what we all have been waiting for!Stop reading reviews and BUY IT!!!"

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nope35 | Pasadena, CA United States | 06/21/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This lp is the essence of The Reverend. As the other reviews have mentioned, Jim Heath has returned to a more aggressive style than his previous two attempts. I, as others, was beginning to think that the years of constant touring were beginning to weigh upon The Rev. and Jimbo, thus the mellowing sound of their recent recordings. After hearing Lucky 7, I've changed my mind. The album reminded me of the early '90s influence of former drummer Taz Bentley and live shows back in Texas as The Rev. jammed while standing atop Jimbo's bass (before it got the flame job). This is certainly The Reverend Horton Heat's best recording since Liqour in the Front. I highly recommend this album and would certainly purchase it before A Night in the Box or Space Heater. Hope this helps."

An excellent album, but not his best.

James B. Billmeier | chicago | 12/12/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I love RHH, and never miss his live shows when he is in Chicago. This is another great album, with most of the songs about cars or Jimbo. Not as good as "Spend a night in the box," or "Full custom gospel", but much better than "Space Heater." Rave on, Rev!"