476 - The Paul Butterfield Blues Band - (eponymous)

[csberry]

I gotta be honest...musically, this album is really good. If you have any inclination towards blues bands (not just a singer and guitar), this needs your attention. HOWEVER...I am not a fan of Paul Butterfield's vocals. I'm sorry, I find his voice to be too weak. I wasn't pleased with his voice at first, but when the drummer, Sam Lay, takes over to do the vocals for "I Got My Mojo Working," my mood changed completely. The kickass guitars, organs, and harmonica (where Paul really shines) finally had a voice that fit the rough and gritty feel of the songs. But it goes to show you how great the music is that my dislike for the vocals was merely an annoyance and not enough to turn me off of these songs.

Songs I knew I liked: None of these versions, though I'm familiar with other artists' versions of "Shake Your Money Maker," "I Got My Mojo Working," and "Screamin'"

Songs I didn't know but now like: "Born in Chicago"

Songs I can go the rest of my life without hearing again: There aren't any I feel strongly enough to not want to hear again.