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4.0 out of 5 stars
From an American fan, April 13, 2008
This review is from: East of Edson (Audio CD)
I first came across this album in the late 90's, when a friend let me borrow a tape of it (on the reverse side was
Up by Great Big Sea, another album I strongly urge you to pick up). The music of Captain Tractor is a little hard to describe. There are strong Celtic overtones on songs like "Last Saskatchewan Pirate" and the traditional favorite "Drunken Sailor." But the band also delves into punk/pop with a revved-up version of the Clash's "London Calling." "Talk" is a lovely and somewhat gruff ballad about the importance of honesty in relationships. The band also evidences a sardonic wit in songs like "Lord of the Dance" and country-tinged "Jesus and the Thieves."
If you're looking for a change from the same old recycled stuff on the radio these days, and don't mind occasionally using your brain while you listen to a CD, you should give these Canadian rockers a try.
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