Free Somehow
Widespread Records - Widespread Records
Widespread Panic
Release date: 2008-02-12
Audio CD
American Trad Rock, Jam Bands, Pop, Pop/Rock Music, Rock, Rock & Roll, Rock/Pop, United States of America
1. Boom Boom Boom 4.26)
2. Walk On The Flood (6.56)
3. Angles On High (7.17)
4. Three Candles (5.01)
5. Tickle The Truth (5.16)
6. Free Somehow (4.44)
7. Flicker (4.57)
8. Dark Day Program (6.02)
9. Her Dance Needs No Body (8.19)
10. Already Fried (3.44)
11. Up All Night (3.46)
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Free Somehow
Date undefinedWhen I first got this CD back in February, I did not like it at all. Here, 6 months later, and after seeing a few of the songs performed live in Flagstaff this summer, Free Somehow has really grown on me! Just wait it out before you judge this one. Keep listening!
Free Somehow
Date undefinedEver since the death of Houser, Widespread Panic has been trying to find their identity. McConnell was a good addition to the band, but it sometimes seemed like he didn't quite gel in a live setting. Not long ago, Jimmy Herring joined the band to take over the role of lead guitarist. Herring is the ultimate "utility player" for any band. Playing with the Dead, he plays like Garcia played. When he sits in with the Allman Brothers, he is able to recreate the gritty southern guitar that we all know and love.
For Panic, however, Jimmy Herring brings something that they have been missing; a new sound! Where Panic fans are known for saying, "It's good, but it's not Mikey", Jimmy Herring may make them think twice about wanting a Houser clone on the guitar. He brings in a wide array of sounds, sometimes using the slide guitar like Derek Trucks, and other times subtly picking away solos in a Dire Straits' Mark Knopfler-esque style.
Free Somehow is a breakthrough for a band who has needed a change. These songs not only sound great on disc, but they will translate beautifully in a live setting. Look for a great spring/summer tour from this Athens, Georgia rock group!
Free Somehow
Date undefinedAfter listening to the complete CD, I can honestly say that it has not made it into my rotation yet. Not to say that it is bad, but I do need to hear the songs live to appreciate them more. JB sings every song, and I truly love JB's voice, but I would like to hear the other talented members every once and awhile. I WILL ALWAYS BUY ANY NEW PANIC CD and SUPPORT their studio efforts. Panic has allowed strangers to record and trade live shows for over 20 years now, and for that I will always show my support by shellig out the money for their projects. KEEP ON ROCKIN!!!
