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 Fantastic May 22, 2009
Well, my "Monte Montgomery story" is pretty simple: My friend, who has no idea what it means to be a good musician, what good music is, any of that... he was the one who told me to get some Monte. Kinda shameful. I waited for at least a year. Then I bought "Mirror" and watched YouTube videos and... oh snap. I had the epiphany.
This man is an absolute show stealer. If I was a headlining show and he opened for me, I wouldn't play; I'd be to embarrassed. Plain and simple. He's soooooo unbelievably talented and sooooo humble and soooo original. He's got emotions and he's got a way to put them out there for people to relate to. Too bad he won't be in Denver any time soon.
My favorite number of his is still "When Will I," but I bought this album for a now-close-second favorite: "Could Have Loved You Forever." I watched a video of him and his band doing a live take of this in the studio and was awe-struck. Also on this album, "River" (the opener), "Let's Go," and "Moonlight Tango" all have nice Monte kick to them. And, of course, "Little Wing" is a display of raw talent. The way they enter with the drums and bass is frickin' phenomenal.
If you've ever been recommended to hear Monte, just sit down, shut up, and and listen. He's in my Top 5, and he ought to be in yours. (Cue the "High Fidelity" fans and haters.)
 Guitar God! May 01, 2009
Monte is one of the most talented guitarists/songwriters of our time. This is definately his strongest album. The last few he's released haven't been as good as I'd expected. This one is a must own. Killer guitar tone (as always) and fantastic vocals.
Have never heard better Mar 04, 2009
Went to my first Monte show last night in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Simply the best guitarist I've ever seen, hands down and I've been to probably close to 1,000 concerts over the years, and a nice guy on top of it. Picked up this CD and am happily enjoying it today. Really captures the essence of his playing. ENJOY!!
Grit and Silk Jan 14, 2009
Monte is the perfect balance of rough and rowdy yet tender and insightful. So, Let's Go:
1. River - Great way to start. A rumbling tune showcasing his guitar prowess.
2. Let's Go - This song is performed as a powerhouse on "At Workplay" which is my preferred version to this more acoustic arrangement.
3. Everything About You - Playful and romantic, this tune is "radio ready" as it gets into your head. Love the syncopation and melody.
4. Company You Keep - Great lyrics and a really charging tune.
5. Love's Last Holiday - This is gooood. Monte at his woeful best.
6. Moonlight Tango - This should have been a hit the moment it aired. This song just makes you want to get up and starting dancing - with someone.
7. Can't Fool Everyone - A tune that barrels forward like an out of control locomotive. Memorable guitar licks.
8. Could've Loved You Forever - Great melody and lyrics without falling into sappiness.
9. Be Still - Good song and enjoy the more subtle "torquing" of Monte's voice that is his signature.
10 and 12. How Far and Midlife Matinee - Two very well written and performed songs. Leave it to Monte to come up with great metaphors.
11. Little Wing - A classic, of course. This is not my preferred arrangement. It comes off more calamitous than pure.
The influences I hear on this CD are Derek and the Dominoes and Daryl Hall but make no mistake, this is quintessential Monte. Why he doesn't have a wider audience boggles the mind.
Music Jan 11, 2009
Great album.... Acoustic southern and slde with styling rock leads!...Though the earlier live CD is better.....
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