Music that’s really worth listening to. I had no preconceptions of this album before buying it other than hearing a brief clip on Radio 5 during the film reviews. Like so many recent albums I assumed it would have 2 or 3 good tracks and another 10 of padding.I couldn’t have been more wrong.This is a superb piece of work. The sheer variety of styles and the obvious talent of the musicians (despite Dr Kermode’s self depreciating comments about his abilities) make for a thoroughly enjoyable listen. From the sombre tones of “Frank Harris” and “The Dying Ranger” to the classic upbeat skiffle/blues of “Brimstone Blues” and “Can’t Walk Like a Man” every track gets you moving and when you listen to the words they get you thinking as well.If you’re old enough the remember this style of music first time round or young enough the catch the revival then you will enjoy this album. If you’re not sure, get it anyway and be prepared for a pleasant surprise.Don’t forget to listen out to the comment at the end of “Died and gone to Hell” 😎
Wonderful Stuff Mark Kermode, yep he of Radio 5 Live fame, movie critic, Culture Show regular and doctor of all things horror can also add to his list of many tricks that he’s a bl***y good musician, as is apparent on this wonderful release from The Dodge Brothers. Having seen the band busking in a railway station one minute to then appearing in front of 20’000 fans at Cropredy they seem to have attracted a cult following, myself included. This certainly ain’t pop music but it is a truly unique album in today’s world of disposable music and the album is well worthy of risking a few bob on when it arrives in stores in October. Can’t wait to see them live again and will be listening into Radio 5 daily from now on as I’m sure Mark & the band will become regulars on the Simon Mayo show, hopefully performing tracks from the album.
Music that’s really worth listening to. I had no preconceptions of this album before buying it other than hearing a brief clip on Radio 5 during the film reviews. Like so many recent albums I assumed it would have 2 or 3 good tracks and another 10 of padding.I couldn’t have been more wrong.This is a superb piece of work. The sheer variety of styles and the obvious talent of the musicians (despite Dr Kermode’s self depreciating comments about his abilities) make for a thoroughly enjoyable listen. From the sombre tones of “Frank Harris” and “The Dying Ranger” to the classic upbeat skiffle/blues of “Brimstone Blues” and “Can’t Walk Like a Man” every track gets you moving and when you listen to the words they get you thinking as well.If you’re old enough the remember this style of music first time round or young enough the catch the revival then you will enjoy this album. If you’re not sure, get it anyway and be prepared for a pleasant surprise.Don’t forget to listen out to the comment at the end of “Died and gone to Hell” 😎
Wonderful Stuff Mark Kermode, yep he of Radio 5 Live fame, movie critic, Culture Show regular and doctor of all things horror can also add to his list of many tricks that he’s a bl***y good musician, as is apparent on this wonderful release from The Dodge Brothers. Having seen the band busking in a railway station one minute to then appearing in front of 20’000 fans at Cropredy they seem to have attracted a cult following, myself included. This certainly ain’t pop music but it is a truly unique album in today’s world of disposable music and the album is well worthy of risking a few bob on when it arrives in stores in October. Can’t wait to see them live again and will be listening into Radio 5 daily from now on as I’m sure Mark & the band will become regulars on the Simon Mayo show, hopefully performing tracks from the album.