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Absolutely astounding stuff. Hendrix knew what he was doing when he produced this group. Never get tired of hearing these songs and even though it's over 35 years since they were first recorded, they sound as vibrant and inspired as they were way back then. You won't be disappointed.
This album is so good on every level and served as a great starting block for what followed. Their 2nd album, Albion Doo Wah was, I feel, even better with it's slightly more roots and country feel but then, in my opinion, they totally hit the target with thier 3rd and 4th albums, "Cat Mother" and finally the wonderful Last Chance Dance. Neither of these albums made any attempt to sell out and were all to do with simply delivering GREAT music (not product) to those who were aware enough and really cared. The mix of Rock,Blues,Folk, Country and Bob Smiths Soulful Hammond B3 evidences that this band should have been massive.So now I only hope that the full catalogue will be released in the not too distant future (for the first time) via Real Gone Records. The only reissue label to have the insight to take Cat Mother seriously enough and start releasing their fantastic records after all these years in the wilderness.. Bob Smith and Roy Micheals, we miss you guys. Cat Mother for ever!!
The Street Giveth...And The Street Taketh Away
I haven't listened to the import, I assumed it was the same as the original, with the usual added tracks. But apparently it's missing songs. I can't imagine why someone decided to leave these songs off, but I liked the two songs that another reviewer says are missing, so I won't touch this ripoff. The original however, listed at the top, is one of the best albums in rock history. I'm not rich enough to pay the hugely inflated price, but I hope someone has the sense to release all the Cat Mother albums on CD at a more reasonable cost. These are some of the best albums you'll ever hear, five stars aren't enough. I've been told they're not to everyone's taste, but if you keep an open mind, I doubt you'll ever regret buying any and all Cat Mother albums. They are up there with the Beatles and the Doors in quality, though quite different in style(s). Someone please release these, I don't care if you remaster them or not. I'm still listening to the vinyl ones I bought years ago, and loving them.
I've spent decades trying to replace this album, long lost from my collection. Before the internet I searched the record stores at every opportunity. When the www was available I did numerous searches through the years with little or no results. Finally I've gotten a decent hit. This is one of my all time favorite albums. Personal favorite cuts include "Marie" and "Charlie's Waltz."
From day one, way back when, at it's original release, this has been a favorite of mine. Though Rock and Roll was the hit I believe it to be the weakest cut here (I still love it). But their subsequent albums were also magical with Albion Do Wah being my favorite. I want the phone number of the person who is sitting on the rest of their catalog to get then re-released on CD. When I love all of their songs as much as I do I will be very persuasive. If they come out grab them quick, purely delightful and you will be humming the tunes lovingly for the rest of your life. A CM album would make it to the desert island with just a limit of 5 cds/albums. That good.
5.0 out of 5 starsJimi Hendrix produced the album of this talented rock group ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 25, 2015
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Jimi Hendrix produced the album of this talented rock group.They played hard funk rock with eastern overtones.Their sound is delightful and enchanting.