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Debut album from Black Country Communion the Anglo/American rock super group comprising vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple Black Sabbath, Trapeze), drummer Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin, Foreigner), Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater, Alice Cooper) and blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa. Black Country Communion initially came to fruition when Kevin Shirley saw Glenn Hughes and Joe Bonamassa join forces on stage in Los Angeles in November 2009 for an explosive performance at Guitar Centre's King of the Blues event.The band is named after the industrial area in the Midlands where both Hughes and Bonham were born and raised, and recorded the debut album at Shangri-La Studios in early 2010.
Black Country Communion create distinctively melodic hard rock. All songs are sung by Glenn Hughes, with the exception of "Song Of Yesterday" and "The Revolution In Me", which are both sung by Joe Bonamassa. Hughes and Bonamassa share lead vocals on the songs "Sista Jane" and "Too Late For The Sun". Also included on the album is a new version of "Medusa", the classic rock song that Hughes originally recorded with his first band Trapeze.
This edition includes a bonus DVD, featuring band interviews, a photo gallery, music video, behind the scenes footage and live performances.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When 4 of the finest musicians in the world decide to get together and make a record, you expect big things. I think that this album exceeded all of my expectations, it's just so damned good. From the opener 'Black Country' you are taken by the shoulders and savagely shaken until your fillings are loose, and then it soothes you a few times on your journey toward the end. This would have to rate in my top 10 albums of all time. It's not perfect by any means, but it's so close it's scary.
It's great to see how Joe is maturing as a musician and a vocalist, and the way he stamps his mark on each and every track is testament to that fact. Glenn's voice is as powerful as ever, and his basslines on this album are some of the finest I've ever heard. Jason's drumming is amazing, somethimes it's hard to tell if he's keeping up with the band's rhythm, or whether he's leading the band from the back, yes it's THAT good. Derek is one of the world's greats on the keys, and there are several points on this album where you can really hear him shine.
I'm not going to give you a song by song break down, but there are hints of Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin and many many other classic rock outfits, but you can't pigeonhole it. So many influences produce a unique result that has to be heard to be believed. In fact, if you're only going to buy one more album this year, make sure it's this one.
High points on the album (in my opinion) are One Last Soul, The Great Divide, Song Of Yesterday, Down Again and Sista Jane, all for different reasons. This album could have been made 30 or 40 years ago by one of the giants of rock, you keep having to remind yourself that it's a new record, and I mean that as a huge compliment, as to be able to sound new and old simultaneously is no mean feat, but this album does it, and does it well.
The only other thing I can say is BUY IT NOW!
It's great to see how Joe is maturing as a musician and a vocalist, and the way he stamps his mark on each and every track is testament to that fact. Glenn's voice is as powerful as ever, and his basslines on this album are some of the finest I've ever heard. Jason's drumming is amazing, somethimes it's hard to tell if he's keeping up with the band's rhythm, or whether he's leading the band from the back, yes it's THAT good. Derek is one of the world's greats on the keys, and there are several points on this album where you can really hear him shine.
I'm not going to give you a song by song break down, but there are hints of Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin and many many other classic rock outfits, but you can't pigeonhole it. So many influences produce a unique result that has to be heard to be believed. In fact, if you're only going to buy one more album this year, make sure it's this one.
High points on the album (in my opinion) are One Last Soul, The Great Divide, Song Of Yesterday, Down Again and Sista Jane, all for different reasons. This album could have been made 30 or 40 years ago by one of the giants of rock, you keep having to remind yourself that it's a new record, and I mean that as a huge compliment, as to be able to sound new and old simultaneously is no mean feat, but this album does it, and does it well.
The only other thing I can say is BUY IT NOW!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
First things first, I am a Glenn fan. However, I feel that this work is his least convincing since Soul Mover. The tracks on this album are well played by the stellar musicians which one would expect. However, I can't help but feel that Glenn spoils this album in places by simply overdoing things vocally. This, of course is a crime he has often been accused of in the past, but which I felt he had reined in on his recent releases. Here, however, I frequently found myself cringing as Glenn lets rip with one too many scream, yelp, and whoop. It's just not necessary for someone like him who actually does have a fantastic voice to completely overdo it! More restraint in places should definately have been the order of the day.
That said, it's not all bad as there is plenty potential here- it's just a shame they didn't have the time to spend a little longer on the songs and in particular the melodies as I sometimes feel it's the excellent playing which just about saves some of the average material here. All in all, this album is OK, but in my mind doesn't live up to the hype it was given.
That said, it's not all bad as there is plenty potential here- it's just a shame they didn't have the time to spend a little longer on the songs and in particular the melodies as I sometimes feel it's the excellent playing which just about saves some of the average material here. All in all, this album is OK, but in my mind doesn't live up to the hype it was given.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Having received the CD and DVD at 10:30AM on the day of release I've now listened to all the tracks twice over. I got a preview listening to the special live concert broadcast on the UK's Planet Rock radio station the night before.
What comes over is the pace at which the whole set was laid down (4 days) and then mixed in it's entirety over the next 10 days. Because of this it sounds pure like rock albums of the early 70s, not self indulgent or difficult to fathom.
Glenn Hughes vocals are fabulous and he has that special powerful rock voice ideally suited to the band. His bass is a superb complement to Jason Bonham's heavy and full drumming.
Derek Sherinian plays Hammond and Korg keyboards and adds a sense of old Purple feel to the mix.
Joe Bonnamassa has been able to change from being a blues legend to a hard rock god with ease and plays some superb riffs and then comes out with some brilliant solos especially in Beggarman and Song of Yesterday.
If you are a fan of Purple, Zeppelin, Free you will not go wrong buying this great CD.
What comes over is the pace at which the whole set was laid down (4 days) and then mixed in it's entirety over the next 10 days. Because of this it sounds pure like rock albums of the early 70s, not self indulgent or difficult to fathom.
Glenn Hughes vocals are fabulous and he has that special powerful rock voice ideally suited to the band. His bass is a superb complement to Jason Bonham's heavy and full drumming.
Derek Sherinian plays Hammond and Korg keyboards and adds a sense of old Purple feel to the mix.
Joe Bonnamassa has been able to change from being a blues legend to a hard rock god with ease and plays some superb riffs and then comes out with some brilliant solos especially in Beggarman and Song of Yesterday.
If you are a fan of Purple, Zeppelin, Free you will not go wrong buying this great CD.
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BORING IN MOST PART - A COUPLE OF GEMS THOUGH
I write this review having no bias towards any of the musicians (i.e. I have no albums with their presence on and don't follow their music). Read more
Published 9 months ago by R. G. Williams
A Strong Album But One Question
Yes, this is a very good album. Time will tell if it becomes 'great', and it does have all the ingredients to be so. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Allen Richard George
Deeply disappointing
Pre-ordered this, and very disappointed. To my mind , it's generic, VERY poorly produced and lacks any tracks of distinction. Played it twice, wandered off both times. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jeff F
Sound sounds
If you like each of the artists as individuals you will love them altogether. Along with the speedy delivery there are no grumbles from me.
Published 18 months ago by Phil
joe you are so much better than this
a great fan of joe's but what was he thinking
boring regurgitated 70,s rock
couldnt listen to it through, one for the charity shop
boring regurgitated 70,s rock
couldnt listen to it through, one for the charity shop
Published 18 months ago by mikeey
retro yet modern!
4 great musicians have delivered a compelling piece of ROCK music for 2010. This album will stand the test of time. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Michael Dowson
too little done too quick
Coming from Wolverhampton its always been great to follow Glenns music over the years (40)and like many have been waiting for this album. Read more
Published 19 months ago by espana
Super Group, super CD
You could say when worlds collide but better than that when talents just 'Jam' great album, more please
Published 19 months ago by R. Hambleton
great classic rock
two brits and two americans together , producing a great album of classic rock that warmed this ageing hippies heart
Published 19 months ago by C. A. Johns
An Incredible Classic Rock Debut
Listening to this album for the first time, I wasn't actually too keen on it. Several songs stood out e.g. Read more
Published 19 months ago by thecosmicstring
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