Testimony captures the driving intensity of
John Mooney's live shows. Recorded with a stellar supporting band -- featuring drummer Johnny Vidcovich and
the Meters' bassist
George Porter, Jr. --
Testimony featuring seven covers (including cuts by
Robert Johnson and
Son House) and seven originals, which are easily among the best that
Mooney has ever written. But the key to the record is the sound -- not only is
Mooney's guitar playing hot and greasy, but there's a tense fury to his vocals that brings the whole thing to a boil.
Testimony is a gripping listen and one of the best albums
Mooney ever recorded.