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Migration

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3 star:		(1)
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1 star:		(2)

 

 

This is the last Mainstream album by The Amboy Dukes, released in 1969. By this point Rusty Day was now the lead vocalist, and wasn't a bad one at that. Nugent finally pushes himself out front for an instrumental (the title track), and on the next Dukes album he'd take it further and dominate nine minutes of space. Of course, Migration actually comes off quite well, the title track isn't too Nuge-ed up, and the others seem to creep in and out. The tracks hold up fairly well, and don't sound, say a lot older than they really are. The hindrance from this being a five-star CD is that the single edit of "Prodigal Man" was used for this reissue. "I'm not a Juvenile Delinquent" was tweaked to remove much of the pop and crackle that was put there purposely. Also, the bonus tracks were audition recordings dating back before the first album, only Nugent and Farmer remained from that lineup to this one. In other words, they are very out of place. It's a good album, but this lineup would last only for this album. It's a shame, because they shone so brightly and stood out from the other lineups. Maybe event the whole rock crowd.

This album is Ted Nugent in his early days. His unbridled raw energy is felt through the entire album. Side "A" has only three songs with lots of solos. This album brings back memories of the times and tribulations of the 60s beforeWoodstock. The memories this album brings back are to a time of peace and love and are haunting. And the philosophy of the song "Of Shades of Green and Grey" give me a warm feeling in my heart.

Of all the Amboy Duke CDs, why have we not gotten Marriage on the Rocks, Rock Bottom yet? Now that was an innovative and technically superior album. C'mon Ted, give it up!!!!

For all those disappointed, including myself, about the cut version of Proigal Man on this CD, it is now found on the new Best Of CD "Loaded For Bear"

Album came alive on CD. Unfortunately the entire version of Prodigal Man was not included. It got hacked. Why? So we could hear 'Sobbin in My Mug of Bear'? What a letdown. I agree that the quality could have been better, but nonetheless it was good to hear these tunes on CD cranked up.

Originally released in 1969, this was the Detriot hard rock band's third effort. Can't believe I've never gotten around to checking out any of their work prior to this, at least not an entire album. Tunes here I found myself appreciating the most were the opening title track "Migration", "Inside Outside", "Loaded For Bear" and the two really great added bonus cuts, the inspiring "J.B. Special" (would be fun to cruise to) and "Sobbin' In My Mug Of Beer". Line-up: Ted Nugent-guitar&vocals, Rusty Day (of Cactus, R.I.P.)-percussion&vocals, Greg Arama-bass&vocals, Steve Farmer-rhythm guitar&vocals and Dave Palmer-drums. Should draw in long-time fans of Blue Cheer, Count Five, Iron Butterfly, Deviants, MC 5 and possibly the Easybeats. I have to wonder, do these guys ever reunite in any form?

Tis' a pity Steve Farmer left the Amboy Dukes and this album is perhaps a testament to his songwriting genuis! Ted went on to write largely tasteless music...But what is this about a new release by Steve Farmer titled "Journey To The DarkSide Of The Mind" ! It's about time and long overdue !

Tis' a pity Steve Farmer left the Amboy Dukes and this album is perhaps a testament to his songwriting genuis! Ted went on to write largely tasteless music...But what is this about a new release by Steve Farmer titled "Journey To The DarkSide Of The Mind" ! It's about time and long overdue !

track down the LP of this one as there is about 10 minutes missing in the CD.... I am so sad & I wished for better, the LP is 4 stars

Awsome cd ,lots of memories from my post high school years,also shows the talent of Ted Nuggent at his beginnings.