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The Union (Artist) | Format: Audio CD
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  • Audio CD (23 Aug 2010)
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: CD+DVD
  • Label: Payola Records
  • ASIN: B003X1OLDU
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 33,032 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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BBC Review

The Union brings together two outstanding talents in British rock, and their debut album is suitably impressive. Featuring former Thunder guitarist Luke Morley and ex-Winterville frontman Peter Shoulder, it’s a collaboration which benefits from a perfect pairing of youth and experience and, of course, the skills of two genuinely gifted songwriters. But anyone hoping for a new Thunder album – or even a new Winterville one, come to that – can think again.

Although based around a brand of bluesy hard rock which fans of both men will instantly recognise, The Union is more varied than anything previously recorded by either musician. It’s a true collaboration, not merely two guys parachuting in with half a dozen pre-penned numbers at the eleventh hour. Creatively unshackled from former expectations, these are songs going where the wild winds blow, exploring ideas that have lain dormant, awaiting their moment.

That Morley almost single-handedly penned Thunder’s entire catalogue is well known; we expect nothing less than quality from him. But for Shoulder, a guy still in his mid-20s, to be performing at this level already is nothing short of stunning. It’s not just his rich, soulful voice – think David Coverdale meets Chris Cornell – it’s his writing, which is up there with people twice his age, and more. That he has joined Eric Clapton and Peter Green as one of just three Brits to have bagged a WC Handy Blues Foundation award for The American Blues Song of the Year is almost as gob-smacking as how criminally overlooked the short-lived Winterville were.

Thunder lovers will undoubtedly appreciate up-tempo rockers such as Watch the River Flow, Step Up to the Plate and You Know My Name, but they’re not even half the story. Whether turning their hand to the bluesy slow-burn of Black Monday and Amazon, adding a dash of Americana with Holy Roller and Come Rain or Shine or taking it way, way down with the ballads Saviour or This Time Next Year, this could well be the album of their collective careers.

--Greg Moffitt

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By FarCry
Format:Audio CD
The Union is Luke Morley and Peter Shoulder's creative love child and what a beaut it is! Having seen these songs evolve from demos to seeing them live and now listening to the polished and shiny album, I can really appreciate the progress made and the work that has gone into them. The music is wide ranging, honest and excellently put together with Morley's trademark guitar work and Shoulder's superb voice complementing each other brilliantly. My personal highlights are You Know My Name, Black Monday and Come Rain Come Shine which showcases the musical variety of the album. A great work and a must for any rock, blues or music lover!
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
The Union 18 Aug 2010
Format:Audio CD
To some, this album may have initially seemed like a side project from Luke Morley of Thunder; Morley disagrees. The album is streaming on the band's website and I give it it's five star rating judging extensive listens through this. The new direction Morley has taken is exhilerating. A Thunder fan will need to give this a listen without presuming Thunder will shine through. This is altogether new and totally enjoyable. Peter Shoulder's fantastic voice is showcased alongside Morley's unique style of play; the two combine exquisitly. This is an album that any lover of creative, honest rock will adore. Well done lads!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
The Union 26 Aug 2010
Format:Audio CD
WOW - I have always liked Luke Morleys work in Thunder and read a review in Classic Rock about his new band. I decided to buy the album because it had got such a great review. I really like this, it has a very bluesy feel about it and Peter Shoulders voice is amazing. Twelve out of ten!!!!!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent
Best album of 2010 by far. Went to see Thin Lizzy in concert and was blown away by the support The Union.
Classic easy on the ear rock music. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Wild Colonial Boy
The Union Debut CD
Awesome CD. If you like songs that are well written and memorable then this is for you. The music is classy, the vocals are soulful and bluesy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Colin O'Hare
New to me
I bought this album because they are supporting Whitesnake on their UK tour. The songs are soulful and the throaty rasp of the lead singer, who has a hint of Joe Cocker to his... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Lancs Lady
Its not that good
I dont know 100% that i knew what I was getting when i ordered this album... I still dont ! I think its one of those albums that you either love or hate... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Da Mouse
best rock cd I have bought in quite a while
Bought this CD because of the Amazon recommendation. What a nice surprise. I was instantly hooked. Classic rock, blues, tasteful ballads, Southern/country rock, etc. Read more
Published 14 months ago by P M DA COSTA SILVA
Southern rock at its best by an English band!
This is one of my favourite newly discovered albums. It is such a strong disc because there is no weak song. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Andrei Aciobanitei
Brilliant.....
This album is brilliant..Ive got tickets to see Whitesnake and when I heard the Union were supporting them I decided to purchase this. Read more
Published 16 months ago by The Bream man
Great Debut Album
Only got it because I was already buying Hovercraft Pirates album, didn't expect too much. Brilliant album and the DVD is quality as well!
Published 16 months ago by Mr. Ryan Langdon
Awesome
This was my definately my favourite album of 2010. Every track is different and there isn't a bad track on it, from the grungy blues rock of You Know My Name to the country of Come... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Bigd
THE UNION
ACCORDING TO MY HUSBAND THIS ALBUM IS AMAZING. HE CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY HMV DON'T STOCK SUCH GOOD MUSIC. MAYBE ONE REASON THEY ARE NOT DOING SO WELL.
Published 16 months ago by MAGGIE
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