Label: Rounder Records
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The Ann Wilson thing is one of her projects and now she has
released #2 of her covers of classic
rock songs and originals.
Having old friend and Heart guitarist Craig Bartock along
for the ride gives the singer an immediate comfort zone. Wilson finds plenty of
familiarity with her choice of tracks and we cannot forget she was part of band
in the 70s onward that contributed some of their own slices of classic rock
like “Magic Man” and “Barracuda” to name just a few.
The two originals are “Fighten Fer Life” and “Anguish,” which
she collaborated with Bartock on.
The opener is the Hendrix all time classic “Manic
Depression.” This is a song covered by numerous artists and emulated throughout
the history of recorded music. Ann does a terrific job with the song and as to
be expected she totally owns it and the instrumentation is exceptional per
usual.
“Don t
Give Up” was featured track on our Rate The Tracks site. The Peter
Gabriel and Kate Bush track still rings true to this day and the talented Wilson
covers both parts like the accomplished pro she is. The timbre of the song is
mellow and thoughtful as the vocalist accentuates every word to make sure it
hits home. Her voice is still poignant after all these years. She is one of
those performers that has not lost a step and that is a tribute to her
dedication to the craft.
People tend to have higher expectations for established
stars like Ann Wilson and without fail she never disappoints.
The curtain closer is the original “Anguish.” The track
starts off with twangy slide guitar made for the blues then Wilson’s voice
joins in with as much vitality and color as the guitar musters. She still hits
those high notes with ease. Even though I love “Manic Depression” and the way
it was presented this one is so killer you wish it would just keep going.
Everything is here for the folks that appreciate Ann
Wilson, Heart and any of her solo projects. What can I say the lady is one of
the best ever and with music like this it’s hard to argue that she still isn’t
on top. #2 is great EP.
5/5
Stars
Key
Track: Anguish
Tracks:
1. Manic Depression
2. Fighten Fer Life
3. Don t Give Up
4. Anguish
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
August 28, 2016
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