Search - Jeff Beck :: Beck-Ola

Par excellence~

S. Armeson | San Diego, Ca | 01/08/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I must admit I am very biased toward Jeff Beck. There are many fine guitarists, but to me Jeff Beck is the best. With Rod Stewart on vocals and Ron Wood on bass, you've got a supergroup that puts all the rest, to shame. Backed up with the battery of Nicky Hopkins on piano, and Tony Newman on drums, there are no bad tunes on this fantastic album.



While the World focused its attention on Led Zeppelin, the Jeff Beck Group was afforded little attention in its short shelf life. With tunes like "Jailhouse Rock", "All Shook Up", "Plynth", and "Rice Pudding" it's flying by the seat of the pants time. My only gripe is the recording sounds a bit "ragged" around the edges. However, it stands the test of time. I'll take Beck, to Clapton, Page, Holdsworth or Van Halen any day. Buy this CD, and you won't be sorry. And while you're at it, listen to how Nicky Hopkins genius augments their sound beautifully."