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Jackrabbit Slim

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Most likely, you're buying this CD 'cause you're replacing a vinyl copy you haven't heard in years and remember it being a great album. It is, no doubt. It's amazing we never heard any of his music on the radio after "Romeo's Tune." There is an incredible amount of talent in this song writer who continues to produce music today (over 20 years after the release of this album!).

This CD and his debut album (Alive on Arrival) should be in the collections of all folk and rockabilly fans.

Contrary to some of the other commentaries, this is the second album that Steve released. It was recorded "live" in the studio (no overdubs). As a result, the recordings have a great late night feel. In my humble opinion, this is his best album. Romeo's tune was a huge hit and remains a great song but Say Goodbye to Little Jo, Sweet Love that you Give, Wait, and I'm in Love With You are all classic Steve Forbert tunes as well. Make it all so real is a great little story, Baby is a little ditty to a newborn, the last song will be familiar to anyone who has returned post college to one's hometown for a night out with the old crowd, complete with the classic album ending line (they say that life is strange, but compared to what?). The first album is very strong, but this one has a sound that he has never had on any other album and a consistency that can't be matched.

If you want to explore later stuff, Mission of the Crossroad Palms is superlative.

.....up to the standards of Steve's incredible debut album, "Alive On Arrival," but still a great piece of work by one of the most talented and under-appreciated artists of our time. This recording contains Forbert's only commercially successful single, the catchy and melodic "Romeo's Tune," but there is so much more here.

Forbert's dead - on take of everyday life, "Complications," is an early example of his witty lyricism. "The Sweet Love That You Give (Sure Goes A Long Way)" is a great foot stomper. "Make It All So Real" is a wonderful ballad.

Steve has always had the ability to rock, to entertain, to mix optimism with a dose of reality. He handles both ends of the spectrum, and everything in between, equally well. He takes a back seat to no one as an accomplished lyricist.

The highlight of this recording, in my opinion, is the beautiful "Wait." It is virtually impossible to listen to this song without being reminded of every time you've ever felt as though the world had just fallen on you. The song's prayerful chorus - "God help the lost and the lonely, God help the poor" moves me every time I hear it.

If you don't have any Forbert music in your collection, you're missing an opportunity to witness the talents of a gifted artist.

Before buying this CD (which is good) check out Steve's really great collection
'The Best of Steve Forbert - What Kinda Guy?'
It includes several cuts from this CD but offers a whole lot more overall - 19 cuts in all.

I loved this album as a teenager and I'm so glad it's out on CD! How to describe Steve Forbert? Country-alternative? Aw heck, if you're like me you're buying this album because you can still hum it 20 years later. "Meet me in the middle of of the day, let me hear you say, it'll be okay....

I replaced my Vinyl with the CD and then started adding Steve's other work. For you that love Jackrabbit Slim, it keeps getting better. Don't limit it to the commercial sucess. Steve has got better over the years. Try a compilation or live album. They are all very good..

I ordered this for my husband as a gift. The more I hear him playing it the more I love it. Excellent choice.

Romeo's Tune is a favourite song from my yesteryears. Am I that old!!! This has to be one of the best songs of ALL TIMES. -Romeo"s Tune is one of my best under-rated songs EVER, as Beth Hart is one of the best under-rated female vocalists EVER.
Doesn't it peeve you off that your favourite is under-rated by the mighty dollar welding record company??
Who is yours???... convince me to buy their cd. PS... BUY THIS OR ELSE!!!

Had the album a few years ago but lost it. Got the CD it's everything I remembered it to be.

Do yourself a favor and buy this CD...and if he is ever in town, or near you: go see him...he gets better with age: his songs are beautiful, witty and funny....and his musicianship is wonderful!