Amazing Again
author: Warren Mullin
Those of us who have always realized the often underrated talents of the Rosses know the special treasure that this new release is. For me, there has always been something different about the insight that Marv puts into his lyrics that spices the superb melodies to just the right flavor. There are very few "tune chefs" who can come up with the right recipe so consistently, but then few have a virtuoso who can cook on vocals and sax the way Rindy does to interpret the formula. Quarterflash has been a favorite of mine from Seafood Mama on - and I am always looking forward to what comes next. Sure was a great surprise to find this one - and a nice treat to hear Marv's vocals on a deeply touching tune here as well. As always, a very well-crafted and pleasing disc from start to finish. I have never been disappointed by Marv and Rindy, and doubt I ever will be.
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author: angus mactaggart
First, let me say, I am not in the habit of reviewing albums on line or anywhere else for that matter.
I happen to have listened to the simulcast, broadcast live, of "Seafood Mama (Quarterflash) in Concert" back in the early 80's. I was visiting my brother in Portland, OR and happened to tune in just prior to broadcast. It was honestly one of those moments in life where I felt I was witnessing history. As it turned out, I was.
Anyway, after listening to a couple of sample tracks of "Goodbye Uncle Buzz" online, I ordered two CD's. One for me and one for a musical friend that I was certain would appreciate it.
Ok. Not a friggin' dud in the bunch. "Goodbye Uncle Buzz"; Haunting and whimsical at the same time.
I found myself going back and forth between folksy introspectives and bluesy ballads. A nice ride.
I have to say that I now consider "At Least I Tried" to be be a personal anthem. Well done.
As all of us have to face our, and our families, frailties in life, I have a great deal of respect for people that have the talent and ability to put it to words and set it to music.
There's not enough space. "Brothers" made me cry. "Home": been there. "Nothing Runs As Deep As You": Well, I'll just say you brought the wife and I closer together and I'll leave it at that.
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