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Editorial Reviews
The first new Blasters release since 2005! This release has all the original members except for Keith Wyatt replacing Dave Alvin on guitar. The Blasters have included more blues on this release than any of their other previous releases, and still get some rockabilly, country, bluegrass and even mariachi songs in the mix. Phil Alvin sings a duet with Exene Cervenka on the Johnny and June Cash classic Jackson.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Blasters and roots/blues fans should be dancing in the street right now...what we have here is an honest to goodness Blasters album. For the past twenty five years there have been lots of great blasters related releases...Dave Alvin records, Phil Alvin Records, a hybrid Blasters/Phil Alvin Record, Live Records and even an actuall Blasters studio record (4-11-44). While most of these releases have been special in their own way, none of them had "the sound" of those classic first three Blasters records from the early 80's....which in the words of Bob Dylan "was magic"! Dave's stuff tends to be more "folkie", Phil's stuff is more "pre-war" and the last Blasters studio record had a more rock and roll sound. Well "Fun On Saturday Night" is a full fledged return to the "classic blasters sound", in both style and song selection. It is a propulsive mix of rocking R&B, chicago blues and country/hillbilly played as only the Blasters can with the added bonus of a few special treats mixed in. These treats being a fantastic Phil/Excene duet on the Johnny Cash classic "jackson" and mariachi version of "Marie Marie". This album is smokes from start to finish. Roots and Blues music lovers are gonna love this. Start spreading the news, the Blasters are back!!
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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I'll have to admit that I'm a biased reviewer. As a Creedence Clearwater Revival fan, who was crushed when CCR split up in 1972, I was in heaven the evening I discovered the Blasters at Club 88 on Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles in the late 70s. Just like John Fogerty, Phil Alvin has a unique voice that is immediately recognizable. Though this album is not filled with as much of the roots rock one might expect from the Blasters, it is none the less a tour de force of American blues, country and rock. Stand out tracks for me are 'Penny', 'Breath of My Love' and 'Jackson', a duet with Exene of the well known Johnny and June Carter Cash tune. This is one of those albums that will grow on a listener and stand the test of time for years to come. By the way, Phil Alvin is back in the U.S. and ready to go after a mighty scary illness in Spain. Phil, please take care of yourself! We need more Blasters music for many, many years to come!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By swamper
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
It`s about time we got a new album from these guys and it sounds great,check out the samples.I don`t even miss Dave Alvin anymore.My favorite song on the CD so far is "Breath Of My Love" a darkly humerus tune,a particular line sung by backing vocals cracked me up..I wont spoil it for you you will have to hear for yourself.The content of this song is also a little eerie considering what happened to Phil during the overseas tour this album.There are some great rock-a-billy tunes on here and it`s great to hear Phil playing his harp and doing some Yodeling again.I have to point out the cardboard wallet the CD comes in is pretty thin,more like a fancy mailer that folds open,just preparing you.I guess it`s no big deal it`s a new Blaster`s CD I should just be glad to have the disc witch ever way it is packaged.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
its okay
Some of the songs okay, others sucked. He has no more to say for now and is reading the paper - "this is ridiculous internet s***" (he is a Luddite!! what can I say??
Published 2 months ago by Lana Gowler
4.0 out of 5 stars
How Can These Guys Still Be So Good?
I am still digesting this one after my sister from Alabama brought it to me here in England but Fun On Saturday Night sounds great on two listens. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sid Griffin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unique Rock
The Blasters are not only a great party band, but they have gift that separates them from the multitude of rock bands out there. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bayboy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lives up to it's name
The Blasters are a very important musical entity, a living link between our times and the halcyon days of the 1950's. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mark Lee Itzkowitz
5.0 out of 5 stars
Blasters
This is my absolute favorite band and I love everything they do. Once again I am very happy to have new material from them.
Published 5 months ago by Karen Blackstock
3.0 out of 5 stars
Welcome Back to The Blasters!
The Blasters - Fun On A Saturday Night
(Rip Cat Records)
This Southern California-based band has been one of the leading exponents of American Roots Music for over... Read more
(Rip Cat Records)
This Southern California-based band has been one of the leading exponents of American Roots Music for over... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Blues411
5.0 out of 5 stars
Grown Up Fun
While not as high octane as previous Blasters releases, this album is a pleasure from start to finish. Well chosen songs that are at the same time nostalgic and fresh. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Gaylen Halbert
