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2010 release from the veteran singer/songwriter. From his days in the now legendary Punk/Alt-Country outfits The Nuns, Rank and File and his own True Believers, to his glowingly received solo gems including 2008's Real Animal, Escovedo has built a rapturous underground following among fans, songwriting peers and critics alike. His highly anticipated Fantasy Records debut, Street Songs of Love, is a 13-track celebration of survival, liberation and ultimate salvation.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Old T.B.
Format:Audio CD
Alejandro Escovedo's Street Songs of Love is a driving, surging tour-de-force of unrelenting rock and roll power. He and his band, the three piece Sensitive Boys, bring the house down with a unique mix of garage band, new wave, and roots rock blended together. Ian Hunter provides guest vocals on Down in the Bowery, and he sounds great, maybe the most vital 71-year-old on the planet. Bruce Springsteen shares vocals on the song Faith. But, the triumph is Escovedo's as he brings songs, many co-written with Chuck Prophet, of the highest quality; there's no filler, musically or lyrically. Most highly recommended.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Mindif
Format:Audio CD
From the opening notes straight through to the end this is a gem. Masterful songwriting delivered with an incredible range of emotion, musicianship and energy. It runs the gamut from heartbreaking to biting: Anchor, Fall Apart With You, Down On The Bowery, Silver Cloud, This Bed is Getting Crowded are brilliant songs on a classic album. Anyone who appreciates a great work of art should own this. Since it came out I've been listening non-stop along with Peter Wolf's Midnight Souvenir's another treasure.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Alejandro has been rocking around under the radar for too long. While this CD is a bit poppier it still is pure Al with clever lyrics and catchy tunes. While I mourn the absence of his sting inspired arrangements, the electrified strings of Al and David Pulkingham are all the strings you really need. For those of you not familiar with his entire catalog, you need to change that. A poet, a troubador in the real sense, a renaissace man in his own right and now a sensitive boy. We love you and we do know why!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
A good album.
I bought this cd after just seeing Alejandro in concert in Kentucky. It doesn't disappoint and I would recommend it.
Published 5 months ago by gittes1974
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cool songs
I love this album. I think it makes an excllent couple with Big Station. Alejandro is having a revival with the help of the legendary Tony Visconti. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. GALVEZ
5.0 out of 5 stars
Street Songs of Love
Excellent CD - I love A.E. and all the great music he's created over the years. This vendor was spot on perfect in delivering the Street Songs of Love CD to my door. Many thanks!
Published 11 months ago by Matty Longhorn
2.0 out of 5 stars
like a Latino Bruce Springsteen
I saw this artist performing on tv a few years ago- Austin City Limits or something like that. I LOVED what he was doing. So, I picked up this cd hoping it would be the same sound. Read more
Published on May 17, 2011 by Marcia
5.0 out of 5 stars
Old Austinite who LOVES Alejandro.
This guy has been rocking for years in obscurity....just goes to show what record execs and radio meatheads have been missing. Read more
Published on May 9, 2011 by B. Sands
2.0 out of 5 stars
Good but not Great
I bought this and listened to it some, but it just didn't grab me. I felt like it got a lot of hype but did not live up to its billing. Springsteen lite at best.
Published on March 29, 2011 by J. Lassiter
5.0 out of 5 stars
High energy album - amazing songs, great recording!! Love it!!
How refreshing to hear music that is so honest, stripped down and full of energy. With 10 CDs since `92, Alajandro Escovedo has well-earned his reputation among music enthusiasts... Read more
Published on October 30, 2010 by A. Boyd
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love his music
I got turned onto his music his last album and heard a song or two of this album and decided to give it a shot. This was a great purchase. Read more
Published on October 26, 2010 by Dean K
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant Album From A Great Artist
Alejandro Escovedo may be greatest American "rock star" that most folks have never heard of. Austin, Texas is filled with talented musicians... Read more
Published on October 19, 2010 by Alan Houston
4.0 out of 5 stars
modern punk/ alternative
Angry guitar with sweet sounds mixed in, typical Alejandro. Gets help from Springsteen too.
Published on September 22, 2010 by Denver B. Cornett
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