Garland Jeffreys

Garland Jeffreys

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 21, 2006)
• Original Release Date: 2006
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Collector's Choice
• ASIN: B000G1QZR0
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #207,777 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Track Listings

1. Ballad of Me

2. Harlem Bound

3. Calcutta Monsoon

4. Bound to Get Ahead Someday

5. Lovelight

6. She Didn't Lie

7. True to Me

8. Lon Chaney

9. Eggs

10. Zoo

11. Midnite Cane [*]

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Garland Jeffreys' 1973 solo debut on Atlantic, his only album for the label, displayed the same mix of rock, soul, folk and reggae that he would wield with greater success for A&M and Epic later in his career. But what this album had that the others didn't was an incredible line-up of backing musicians, including Dr. John, David Bromberg, Paul Griffin, David "Fathead" Newman, Richard Davis, Patti Austin, Lori Burton and even noted producer John Simon. Given that kind of talent, and the strong batch of songs Garland brought into the studio, that this album didn't click commercially remains a mystery; indeed, in the liner notes producer Michael Cuscuna labels its lack of success "One of the major disappointments of my career, even to today." It's obviously a project that all concerned remember with fondness; Jeffreys himself contributes a note of appreciation to our exclusive reissue. Includes `Ballad of Me'; `Harlem Bound'; `Calcutta Monsoon'; `Bound to Get Ahead Someday'; `Lovelight'; `She Didn't Lie'; `True to Me'; `Lon Chaney'; `Eggs'; `Zoo', and the bonus track `Midnite Cane'.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Set of Songs, July 20, 2007

By	Suanne Dodge "sndude" (Gilroy, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you are a Garland lover,even if you are not, treat yourself to this CD. He has a unique style from rock to reggae to jazz.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great CD!, September 25, 2008

By	Tiger Kitty "Tiger Kitty" - See all my reviews

There aren't many debut albums that stand the test of time some 35 years after they were first released. But "Garland Jeffreys" is another timeless classic from the great New Yorker and singer-songwriter. "Lon Chaney" is a standout and was recently covered by Vetiver. Garland Jeffreys also has a YouTube video for the song.
In short, buy this album - you'll love it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Garland before he found his groove, April 6, 2008

By	John A. Brodie "JB @ reggae.com" (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Being a long time fan of Garland Jeffreys, I was glad to find this CD and to get it. There are 3-4 tracks that show the style he was developing but the balance are just OK songs. It is a collection of songs without any real continuity and it is clear why this never became his breakthrough album. If you are a diehard fan of GJ, you probably will find it worth buying. JB