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A SoundPress.net CD Review
Legendary rocker, longtime Eagles lead guitar player, and reputable artist in his own right Joe Walsh returns with his first solo record in twenty years. Also making a welcome comeback two decades after its heyday is that celebrated "Wilbury's sound" that is dominant and prominent throughout the 10-track release. Co-produced by Walsh and Jeff Lynne, Analog Man, finds Joe in good voice on solid songs that feature lots of concise and crafty licks and his patented explosive guitar impulses. To call someone "analog" can be derogatory as it can be used to refer to a person who is afraid of using new technological devices. In the opening quirky title track Walsh admits he sometimes needs help operating his home-computer but he proves he's still a master of technology of the six-string type throughout the personal and pleasing stories on the album. "Wrecking Ball" follows and reflects perhaps on the former out-of-control life Joe led before he changed his alcoholic ways. Contrarily, the autobiographical "Lucky That Way" tells of Joe's recent domestic bliss and his successful approach to life. Powered by acoustic strumming and bolstered by slick slide the song features friend and Beatle back beat Ringo Starr on drums. Joe imparts his wisdom with style and grace in a fortuitously uplifting tune that has been called the natural sequel to the classic "Life's Been Good.". "Spanish Dancer" elicits late-era George Harrison and finds Lynne manning the percussion on a nice number with a funky break, snappy canastas and an extended guitar middle that helps to find its groove. "Band Played On" is the biggest track on the record and is a cautionary tale about staying aware and the predicaments that can arise if we don't. "Family" is touching with Walsh reflecting on his family, wife and importance of familial bonds and the rituals that keeps them together. "One Day At A Time" has seen the light of day before during performances with the Eagles. This ode to AA might be the most important track on the album and serves as proof that we can all overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles to survive and thrive in the face of life's challenges. Rounding out the record finds "Funk 50" picking up right where the James Gang left off on version forty-nine. "India" closes out the CD with a mysterious and turbulent guitar instrumental for the masses. Joe Walsh is still imparting his music and story in 2012 via analog transmission. On Analog Man his warm vibration is getting through and fans are sure to get the signal that Joe is still relevant in the modern era even if feels somewhat behind the technological advances of the times. Now, if we could only get him to put out product with a little more frequency. • Info: -- USA/CA: www.joewalsh.com (Richard J. Lynch/SoundPress.net) |
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