Good Friend/Whiskey/Your Mama Don't Dance/Long Tail Cat/Golden Ribbons/Thinking Of You/Just Before The News/Till The Ends Meet/Holiday Hotel/Lady Of My Heart/Angry Eyes
Self titled follow up album from the country-rock duo Loggins & Messina that heralded their commercial breakthrough. Includes the US No. 4 hit single Your Mama Don’t Dance. (US:16)
“Basically it's the Messina you know and love with some fine harmonies by Loggins. Kenny's songs aren't nearly as good as those on Sittin' In; therefore, this album is more Messina based, which earns big points with me.”
“Messina had no intention of being part of a duo when he signed on to produce Kenny Loggins' debut album. But his talent and contributions were undeniable. On this, their second album, things really gel together well, with Messina bringing in a good deal of the feel of his previous experience in bands like Buffalo Springfield and Poco.”
“While this talented duo created many fine albums together this one stands out as most representative of their impact. When I hear what passes for country music these days I can't help but think back to what Loggins & Messina pioneered in the early 70s. They created true country-rock and showcased it with style and near-flawless performances.”
“This Loggins and Messina release has many varied textures and arrangements. A little bit of country, some good ballads, and some good old rock & roll. Loggins and Messina compliment each other nicely with their vocal styles, and sound like their having some fun doing it.”
“Separately talented, together they are superb, each feeding off the other's talent and blending together for excellence. Great music, backed by some of the finest musicians, this is a classic.”
“Golden Ribbons hearkens back to the Springfield days; it's an excellent anti-war song. Meanwhile Thinking Of You sounds a lot like Poco, with a simple flowing melody and nice harmonies. But it's when the duo comes together for their own sound that things really work. Angry Eyes is a great extended piece with some excellent jazz flavoured soloing on the instrumental breaks.”
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