Time to enjoy a Canadian legend in rock history. This is just my personal opinion, but I must say now that Spirit Of The West were the best band to come out of the great white north. If you say Rush (ha ha) or The Tragically Hip (decent, but nowhere near as good), then perhaps you need to dig down into the roots of Canadian rock, and discover how deep they go. If you were not privileged enough to see the band when they toured, then you REALLY missed a show. I have seen many bands over my 36 years on this planet, and have never seen anything that quite emulates the energy and talent live that Spirit Of The West have. I think, in total, I've seen them 6 times, and each time being as enjoyable and riveting as the last. This is a humble band whom shows a glowing warmth and pride around their native land, and embraces their fans and goes all out to deliver the best show they can, each and every time. Perhaps their works are more geared towards the drunkards in the world, and is that such a bad thing? Rejoice ye Scots and Irishmen, this stuff is right up your alley! Several of these songs have become cult classics here in Canada, and despite where you are in this vast land, the songs will always stir jubilation and more ale to flow. A few songs to look for on this glorious album are, 'Save This House', 'The Old Sod', and the glorious anthem in ale 'Home For A Rest'. Be warned, this album may induce intoxication!
Track 1, Save This House
Track 2, Home For A Rest
Track 3, Last To Know
Track 4, Roadside Attraction
Track 5, Dirty Pool
Track 6, Not Just A Train
Track 7, (Putting Up With) The Joneses
Track 8, Turned Out Lies
Track 9, Sentimental Side
Track 10, Water In The Well
Track 11, Wrecking Ball
Track 12, Loaded Minds
Track 13, Swingin' Single
Track 14, The Old Sod
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Canadian WEA Records 1990, CHD 70971
Personal rating 5/5
2 comments:
great blog, I've got some of the same stuff that you have. I lived in Hamilton until I was 35 and now live in Texas. I've seen this band only by being forced to go, never had to pay for the 3-4 times I saw them. Keep up the good work
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