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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Classic Rock is an interesting genre, despite what many think - does it mean rock that sounds timeless, with all the good things from 70s, 80s in it? Or does it mean cliched lyrics, unoriginal riffs and bland production?
After Eddie Van Halen, I think Joe Satriani is the greatest guitarist around. I`m glad Michael Anthony is doing something useful with his cannonmouth, and have no opinion about RHCP or Chad Smith (apart from his uncanny resemblance to Will Ferrell). My problem with Chickenfoot was always going to be with Sammy, who I`ve always thought had a great voice, but the more I learn about him the more I think he`s Jimmy Buffett with hair - and I really thought his digs at Eddie in this were below the belt (I know Eddie has some serious fault lines in his character...but it`s hard to respect cheap shots at a recovering alcoholic). I didn`t like Chickenfoot`s first record either. I thought it was well below what this line-up could do. But I think III is better. I know this isn`t the universal view of this record, but I definitely feel they have tried to do something different.
Joe`s transition to band member, and having the guitar as a support act rather than the star that it is on his solo records, seems more comfortable here. His solos are, of course, as good as ever. Mike`s bass is not as prominent as it could be, but his background vocals are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face if you love DLR-era Van Halen. Sammy is 64 now, and to hear him singing about being a "certified hellhound" sounds odd, but his voice is still very strong (no one listens to Sam for his lyrics and ideas, so no need to comment on that). There are a few highlights for me, on what is a strong tracklist - "Different Devil" is the finest thing from this band so far; "Come Closer" an excellent ballad; and "Bigfoot" a classic foot-stomping dumb rock song (and there`s nothing wrong with that). "Three and A Half Letters" shows some outside the box-thinking (the verses are from letters from jobless fans to Sammy, asking for help), shame about the chorus. "Something Going Wrong" is a strong closer. I don`t think there are any weak songs as such, just a few average ones.
Generally, I`d say this record is classic rock in the right way - avoiding cliche, and sounding foot-tapping and air-guitaringly good at times, and I like it a lot more than Chickenfoot I.
After Eddie Van Halen, I think Joe Satriani is the greatest guitarist around. I`m glad Michael Anthony is doing something useful with his cannonmouth, and have no opinion about RHCP or Chad Smith (apart from his uncanny resemblance to Will Ferrell). My problem with Chickenfoot was always going to be with Sammy, who I`ve always thought had a great voice, but the more I learn about him the more I think he`s Jimmy Buffett with hair - and I really thought his digs at Eddie in this were below the belt (I know Eddie has some serious fault lines in his character...but it`s hard to respect cheap shots at a recovering alcoholic). I didn`t like Chickenfoot`s first record either. I thought it was well below what this line-up could do. But I think III is better. I know this isn`t the universal view of this record, but I definitely feel they have tried to do something different.
Joe`s transition to band member, and having the guitar as a support act rather than the star that it is on his solo records, seems more comfortable here. His solos are, of course, as good as ever. Mike`s bass is not as prominent as it could be, but his background vocals are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face if you love DLR-era Van Halen. Sammy is 64 now, and to hear him singing about being a "certified hellhound" sounds odd, but his voice is still very strong (no one listens to Sam for his lyrics and ideas, so no need to comment on that). There are a few highlights for me, on what is a strong tracklist - "Different Devil" is the finest thing from this band so far; "Come Closer" an excellent ballad; and "Bigfoot" a classic foot-stomping dumb rock song (and there`s nothing wrong with that). "Three and A Half Letters" shows some outside the box-thinking (the verses are from letters from jobless fans to Sammy, asking for help), shame about the chorus. "Something Going Wrong" is a strong closer. I don`t think there are any weak songs as such, just a few average ones.
Generally, I`d say this record is classic rock in the right way - avoiding cliche, and sounding foot-tapping and air-guitaringly good at times, and I like it a lot more than Chickenfoot I.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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/|\ ... Chickenfoot is the band that I am enjoying today way too much listening to like any albums I did in the 80s walking around town like a rocker with long hair, torn jeans and boots. Supergroup and the big guys in one of the concert said that they wanna do the music that they grew up listening to. And that's what they are exactly doing in this fun-loving band.
When you see their concert videos, you can tell guys are doing something from the bottom of their heart. To me, Chickenfoot is something like Van Halen or Sammy and Michael with the new guitarist Joe. Or Joe with new singer Sammy. Kinda Van Halen with Satch Tone. Or Satch with Van Halen style. Don't know.
I loved Chickenfoot from their first album Chickenfoot. This album is equally good as their debut album. What is unique about this album is the CD is made in 3D style and you need 3D glass (included) to go through the cover and booklet. Such a brilliant concept.
Chickenfoot rocks ... /|\
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When you see their concert videos, you can tell guys are doing something from the bottom of their heart. To me, Chickenfoot is something like Van Halen or Sammy and Michael with the new guitarist Joe. Or Joe with new singer Sammy. Kinda Van Halen with Satch Tone. Or Satch with Van Halen style. Don't know.
I loved Chickenfoot from their first album Chickenfoot. This album is equally good as their debut album. What is unique about this album is the CD is made in 3D style and you need 3D glass (included) to go through the cover and booklet. Such a brilliant concept.
Chickenfoot rocks ... /|\
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I pre-ordered the ltd edition box of the album in Amazon Germany (with DVDs, T-shirt, etc), so I got listen to it last night on my long ride home from work.
What a treat! It's on par with the first album, probably even a little better. It sounds more varied in any case. I've heard people who said it sounds "darker". Certain songs might be darker due to the subject matter, but overall I don't find it darker. If anything, the songs sound more like proper songs this time, rather than loose jams. The lyrics are better and more meaningful. Some favourites after a first listen? "Three and a half words", "Come closer", "Bigfoot", "Dubai Blues".
Just as deeply rooted in the early 70s as Black Country Communion, but at the same time it sounds fresh. It's not retro for retro's sake (if that makes sense).
Again, the packaging is a gimmick. I love the cover. I know the shape/colours in the logo look this way for the 3D effect, but I love how it kinda looks like VH striping. I don't know if it's on purpose, or just by chance.
If the first album was just four guys having fun, this album is four guys having even more fun, but writing good songs in the process.
One question remains: when are you guys coming to Europe and where can I get tickets? :)
What a treat! It's on par with the first album, probably even a little better. It sounds more varied in any case. I've heard people who said it sounds "darker". Certain songs might be darker due to the subject matter, but overall I don't find it darker. If anything, the songs sound more like proper songs this time, rather than loose jams. The lyrics are better and more meaningful. Some favourites after a first listen? "Three and a half words", "Come closer", "Bigfoot", "Dubai Blues".
Just as deeply rooted in the early 70s as Black Country Communion, but at the same time it sounds fresh. It's not retro for retro's sake (if that makes sense).
Again, the packaging is a gimmick. I love the cover. I know the shape/colours in the logo look this way for the 3D effect, but I love how it kinda looks like VH striping. I don't know if it's on purpose, or just by chance.
If the first album was just four guys having fun, this album is four guys having even more fun, but writing good songs in the process.
One question remains: when are you guys coming to Europe and where can I get tickets? :)
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