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I just received the cd today and it's been playing all day. Hunter's one of most underrated rockers, and this will not make him a household name, but his fans will find it to be one of his best efforts (including the Mott albums). Hopefully, this will cause some people to revisit the rest of his catalog. He's one of the wittiest and thought provoking writers of the last 40 years. If you like this, and not familiar with his work, try "Ian Hunter"(1975), "All-American Alien Boy"(1976), and "Rant"(2001)
Ian Hunter has come into his own with _Shrunken Heads._ Best known as the front man for '70s band Mott the Hoople--as well as his solo work with former "Spiders from Mars" Bowie guitarist Mick Ronson, Hunter rocked in the late '70s and survived the high-tech drama of the '80s. His best work of late is the 2001 project, _Rant._ The new project, _Shrunken Heads,_ tops his finest work, with honesty (the opener: "Big Mouth"), socio-political commentary ("How's Your House," regarding Hurricane Katrina survivors, and "Soul of America"), social commentary ("Brainwashed" and "Stretch"), and humour ("I Am What I Hated When I Was Young"). Musically, Hunter merges his rock and roll roots with some tinges of influence from his "E-Street" days, with the best of co-producer/guitarist Andy York's _Rant_ era work. The three-track bonus CD is not optional for the Ian Hunter fan--it's a necessity. This project, in fact, is required listening for anyone who calls himself/herself an Ian Hunter fan.Read full review
OK, I'm a huge fan, but I'll try to be impartial. This latest release has a crisp, updated sound--not sure where the new influences are coming from, but on top of the reliable harmonica, drum & guitar riffs all us fans know & love, there are some really exciting new rythms & sounds--some very modern sounds. Most of the songs are very Dylanesque either in melody of lyrics, but with Ian's unmistakeable drive & introspection. Songs like "Brainwashed" & "How's your house" have an intense rock beat, but are also pretty topical. Some are witty & cynnical ("Fuss about nothing"), sensitive, sad ("Guiding Light, Read 'em & weep), & funny old codger rants ("I am what I hated when I was young"). Like all of his albums you'll find songs to dance to, sing to, laugh to & think to.
This is one of those rare CD's where after a few listens you don't skip any songs and you want to play it over and over. Great musicians in this band, Andy York (Mellencamp) Steve Holley (P.M. and Wings) list just keeps going. Best album ever put out by the Great Ian Hunter, although "Rant" is a close second. Buy it, you'll love it, I guarantee.
good music great price it took a little longer than i expected to receive it but at that price was worth the wait. thankyou
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