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  • Audio CD (February 20, 2007)
  • Original Release Date: January 1970
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Collector's Choice
  • ASIN: B000IAZN9A
  • In-Print Editions: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,638 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Red-Eye Express
2. She's a Lady
3. What She Thinks About
4. Magical Connection
5. You're a Big Boy Now
6. Rainbows All Over Your Blues
7. How Have You Been
8. Baby, Don't Ya Get Crazy
9. Room Nobody Lives In
10. Fa-Fana-Fa
11. I Had a Dream

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4.0 out of 5 stars Sebastian's Highest Charting Solo Album, February 21, 2007
John Sebastian left the immensely popular Lovin' Spoonful in 1968, and in early 1970 released his first solo album. But despite a hugely successful (although unscheduled) appearance at the Woodstock Festival, it didn't transfer to huge sales for his self-titled solo debut. The album peaked at No. 20 (the best showing of any of his solo releases) and the single that had been released in advance of the album, "She's a Lady," barely cracked the Hot 100 at No. 84.

Despite the lack of sales, the album was a critical success in spite of the record label hassles upon its release. [MGM still claimed the Spoonful owed them an album and using second-generation tapes, issued an identical competing version of the album officially released by Warner/Reprise!] Here's a run-down on the tracks:

"Red Eye Express" - This ode to the rigors of travelling on the road is an upbeat tune that wouldn't have been out of place on a Spoonful album. Sebastian adds harmonica and Dallas Taylor plays drums. [In fact, Taylor is the only drummer on this album.]

"She's a Lady" - This is a lovely ballad about Sebastian's first wife. He is joined on guitars by Stephen Stills and David Crosby. At 1:43, it is by far the shortest track.

"What She Thinks About" - An upbeat horn-driven track with Graham Nash on harmony vocals.

"Magical Connection" - A jazzy number with samba overtones. Buzz Linhart plays vibes.

"You're a Big Boy Now" - Just John and his guitar doing a solo version of an old Spoonful song originally done for a movie of the same name.

"Rainbows All Over Your Blues" - The title may have been a reference to John's tie-dye personna, but with Buddy Emmons on pedal steel it has a very definite country groove.

"How Have You Been" - John has said that the inspiration for this song was when he returned to his home in Long Island (that was being looked after by some friends with young children) after having been in California.

"Baby Don't Ya Get Crazy" - This is a cheery, uptempo number with Stephen Stills on lead guitar and the Ikettes singing harmonies.

"The Room Nobody Lives In" - Except for a bass player, the only other instrument used on this track is Sebastian playing a harmonium. It's a somber, moody piece.

"Fa-Fana-Fa" - Of all the songs on this album that evoke his former band, this one reminds me of the quirky songs that Zal Yanovsky did. The song's only lyrics provide the title. Yes, the song is a bit goofy, but it's fun!

"I Had a Dream" - The lyrics to this one may not have dated well, but it certainly expresses Sebastian's utopian world view at the time.

Along with TARZANA KID, this is the best of Sebastian's solo career. Any fan of the Lovin' Spoonful will find much to enjoy here. [Running Time - 31:59] HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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5.0 out of 5 stars Rick, MD, September 29, 2007
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I bought this CD for one song. I bought the original album when it came outon vinyl and was so impressed by Buddy Emmons' steel guitar playing on "Rainbows All Over Your Blues" that I bought it on CD for that single song. It's John Sebastian and Buddy Emmons at their best. It's a must-have for me!
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5.0 out of 5 stars John B sebastian, March 22, 2007
I have been waiting to replace my LP with this superb album.For me it is a nostalgic trip back to my youth with many great memories.It still holds its own as a great album very much of its time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars WELCOME BACK JOHN B.
This is one of those albums that defines my college years. When I had this in vinyl I played both sides so much they almost wore through to the other side. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kerry A. Giese

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet melodies bring back great memories
A number of John Sebastian's and the Loovin Spoonful's songs have come to mind over the last thirty years. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Michael A. Farrell

3.0 out of 5 stars Johnny B. good
John Sebastian as founding member, upfront maestro of mid '60's master folk-pop chart machine, Lovin' Spoonful, wrote classic songs like, "Daydream", "Summer in the City", etc... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Robert S. Estes

5.0 out of 5 stars I am so glad this is out on CD.
I've played my LP so much that it is so scratched that I wince every time I play it. But I can't help but play it again and again. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Darrel Drumm

5.0 out of 5 stars An Overlooked Classic
This recording was full of great music and genuine warmth. It never got the recognition it deserved. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mintek Hater

5.0 out of 5 stars Somebody always does part ot first
I'll just add this: musicians both listen to what's come before and draw from it, but also are encouraged, inspired, enabled by the groundwork--the "Roots" laid for them. Read more
Published on July 13, 2007 by Michael J. Heinrich

5.0 out of 5 stars THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES
Just like i remember it! Every track brings back memories from a wonderful time in my life. To new listeners, who know and like Sebastian's work with the great Lovin' Spoonful,... Read more
Published on March 28, 2007 by Owen J. Mahon

5.0 out of 5 stars Tie Dyed and all
Another review that I saw broke down each song. I pretty well agree with those assessments so I will not go that direction. Read more
Published on March 16, 2007 by John Harwell

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Solo Sebastian CD to date
John Sebastian has assembled a collection of great songs from Red Eye Express, Younger Generation,
You're A Big Boy Now, and Magical Connection, to establish this as his... Read more
Published on March 3, 2007 by Richard Frost

5.0 out of 5 stars Low-Cost Alternative
I bought six of these on iTunes for one-sixth of the price, and got over half of the album for $5.94. Read more
Published on January 29, 2006 by James E. Carruth

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