There are musical moments that catch you off guard because of their force and out-of-time placement, as well as the artwork that's unfolding. And this is one of those cases where, in the early 1980s, a blues rock sound with roots rock or even rockabilly roots bursts onto the market. Bru Vidal.
Bad To The Bone» George Thorogood
He appeared in the movies when the bad guy was about to appear, the scoundrel, not "the bad guy" of the movie; the album's title track was frequently used in films as a reference point.
This album embodies pure rhythm, energy and sonic opulence. The production quality is undeniable, and none of the songs come across as filler in any way.
With a playful, rhythmic, heavy and clearly defined sound, Billy Blough on bass is a surefire solid asset to the group. Jeff Simon's percussion is brutal; it's like a loud locomotive that covers the whole room. And the biggest surprise is Hank Carter's lead saxophonist, taking lead roles and rivaling George Thorogood's guitar playing, casting him as charismatic frontman and undisputed leader while giving the rest of the band a lot of prominence. of friends.
It is a very strong band with a very careful sound, in short. The production is flawless and complete, very American and has a blues rock vibe with lots of fun. It's also undoubtedly a classic record for lovers of blues-rock guitar riffs.