Label: Toshiba-EMI LTD. (Japan), CP21-6039
Style: Hard Rock, Classic Rock
Country: Flint, Michigan, U.S.
Time: 40:18
Format: Flac Tracks 16/44,1 kHz
Size: 265 Mb
Charts: US #2, AU #27, CA #4, JP #10, NO #12. US: Platinum.
1.
Creepin' - The song title perfectly describes the general feel of the
song. the lowly but smooth bass riff blends brilliantly with the subtle
organ trills, giving the song a very sinister and mysterious vibe.
Farner's vocals really incorporates that "live" sound and gives the
sound as if he's got plenty of space to sing. Farner also lays down some
killer guitar solos, and the all-out jamming at the end is awash in
70-hard rock-style psychedelia. a strong operner. 4.5/5
2. The
Railroad - The song kicks off a nice blare of psychedelic organ and
slowly segues nicely into a quiet guitar melody, that provides an
interesting texture for Farner's soulful vocals. The vocal hook in the
chorus is very catchy and arena-worthy. a nice jam in the bridge of this
6-minute workout features the skills of Farner's playing as well
Brewer's manic and primal drumming. and Frost's powerfully soulful
melodies on the keys. the use of trashcan-style percussion really adds
to the intensity of the song as well. 4/5
3. Black Licorice - With a
ridulously infectious bass riff and a funky guitar rhythm, this song
right off the bat is very catch. Farner's vocals in this song just kill,
and reiterates the dangerously sexual themes of the lyrics perfectly,
especially in the chorus. the drumming is just wonderfully ferocious and
the intense organ solo is just orgasmic. wow. 5/5
4. Loneliest Rider
- The song has a pretty cool groove, but Farner's attempt at
story-telling (on more serious material at least) doesn't really fly
with me. there's some nice production techniques on this track- the
heavily reverberated guitar and organ really gives the song that wash of
psychedelia it needs. 3/5
5. Walk Like a Man (You Can Call Me Your
Man) - This song has an a very catchy shout-a-long chorus and the
electric piano riff and heavy drumbeat really emphasizes the machismo
nature of this song. Farner's vocals works nicely with the soaring
guitar licks that litter the song throughout. once again the bridge
shows off their jamming skills very well, with a very blues-rock heavy
guitar solo. 4/5
6. Ain't Got Nobody - This song is pretty standard
fare, which is a little unfortunate. the verse and chorus are both a
little bland and forgettable, though the vocal harmonies are pretty
sweet. This song is all about the jazzy kind of piano progression that
occurs throughout, giving the song a kind of Steely Dan/Chicago vibe.
there also some sweet guitar solos in here that one can certainly
indulge in. 3.5/5
7. Stop Lookin' Back - This song is chockfull of
catchy and groove-oriented 70s-style riffs from every instrument. the
song changes form and direction in the beginning and really demonstrates
the band's ability to jam tightly as a group and still remain within a
tasteful framework. plenty of psychedelic organ washes and a manic
tom-infested drum beat at the end really makes this a very fun song to
just lay back and enjoy. 4/5
8. We're An American Band - Here it is,
the pinnacle of the album. this song is argubly to say their biggest
hit, and deservingly so. this song has just a killer riff and the
thunderous bass just owns. the vocals are awesome and when coupled with
the lyrics, which are about partying and gettin it on with groupies,
really adds to simple and fun nature demonstrated. the guitar solo is
very solid and the organ really builds on the poppy psychedelic element.
and did i mention this song has cowbell? Yup, this song just plain
rocks. 5/5
(sputnikmusic.com/review/1215/Grand-Funk-Railroad-Were-An-American-Band/)
01. We're An American Band (03:28)
02. Stop Lookin' Back (04:54)
03. Creepin' (07:04)
04. Black Licorice (04:47)
05. The Railroad (06:12)
06. Ain't Got Nobody (04:28)
07. Walk Like A Man (04:07)
08. Loneliest Rider (05:14)
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