Though this album is far more a collector's record than an actual "turntable staple," it is a significant improvement from
Davis' first solo outing. During the title track in particular, as well as a cover of
Merle Haggard's "White Line Fever,"
Davis' voice achieves a ragged glory that makes the listener realize why sloppy rock & roll can be so much fun. Other standout moments include a version of the tune that
Davis co-wrote with
Taj Mahal, "Further on Down the Road," and the
Davis-penned "Reno St. Incident." In all, it is the fun record that you would expect from a standout session player like
Davis. ~ Steve Kurutz