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Behind the Shades
Ian Hunter
Behind the Shades
Genres: Pop, Rock
 
  •  Track Listings (13) - Disc #1

Ian Hunter is an English singer-songwriter. He was the lead singer of the rock band Mott The Hoople, whose original rendition of ALL THE YOUNG DUDES, written for them by David Bowie, received a boost in popularity when it ...  more »

     
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All Artists: Ian Hunter
Title: Behind the Shades
Members Wishing: 4
Total Copies: 0
Label: Airline Records
Original Release Date: 1/1/2008
Re-Release Date: 4/15/2008
Album Type: Live
Genres: Pop, Rock
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Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 893168002098

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Ian Hunter is an English singer-songwriter. He was the lead singer of the rock band Mott The Hoople, whose original rendition of ALL THE YOUNG DUDES, written for them by David Bowie, received a boost in popularity when it appeared on the hit soundtrack for the movie JUNO. When Mott the Hoople disbanded after 5 fruitful years in 1974, Hunter embarked on a solo career, often in collaboration with Mott's final guitarist Mick Ronson, who himself was well known as David Bowie's sideman and arranger from the Ziggy Stardust era. Like his career with Mott, Ian's solo outings featured chart hits as well as almost-classics that were often made into hits when covered by other artists. After almost four decades as a performer and songwriter, Ian has built a devoted fan base, which regards him somewhere between rock star and cult hero. Among his most well-known solo recordings are ONE BITTEN, TWICE SHY and CLEVELAND ROCKS, the latter made famous by a cover version on the Drew Carey Show. Behind the Shades, recorded live at the Astoria, London in May of 2004, is a healthy mix of newer material and older nuggets. The consistency of his songwriting ability is clear, with a great mix of songs from Mott through his entire solo career. is band was in top form for this performance and the whole set is outstanding, but the biggest surprise is saved for the final number, ALL THE WAY FROM MEMPHIS, where Ian is joined onstage by Joe Elliott (Def Leppard) and Brian May (Queen). This is an excellent live album. If you were there, it'll bring back memories of a great night. If you weren't (and didn't catch any of the other dates on the tour) then this is what you've been missing all these years.

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CD Reviews

Ian Hunter Live In London With Mick Ralphs
Cole Thorton | Los Angeles, CA United States | 04/20/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Wow! Great songs and great playing. Recorded 3 years ago at the London Astoria Theatre, this captures Ian on the RANT tour. And what a band - on guitar MICK RALPHS (BAD COMPANY, MOTT THE HOOPLE)and special guests Brian May (Queen) and Joe Eliot from Def Leppard). This is Ian at his best. A most underrated talent in a land of over hyped disposable music. Long Live Ian Hunter!"
Is this an official release...or is Ian being robbed?
William E. Innes | Benicia, CA United States | 07/24/2008
(1 out of 5 stars)

"Given what folks have written...including the cameos/guest appearances, the dates from which these performances come, as well as the venue...it looks as though this is an abridged version of the 2 CD concert set (also available as a DVD) of THE WHOLE TRUTH AND NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH (or JUST ANOTHER NIGHT in DVD format). It's not listed on Ian's offical discography and would hate to think that he's being robbed of much deserved royalties...



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Ian Hunter - Better than anything you are listening to.
R. D. Stover | Lutherville, MD United States | 07/14/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)

"I agree 100% with the previous review. Ian Hunter has written some of the best music I have ever heard. Having seen him five times live, I am never ceased to be amazed at his diversity, range, talent and depth. From Mott The Hoople to his solo music of today, he stands head and shoulders above ALL the rest. As Cole said in his review, "A most underrated talent in a land of over hyped disposable music", I could not agree more. Ditto!

I feel sorry for those who are not aware of his music and haven't heard it, they are absolutely missing out. Truely a rock 'n' roll God!"