A rich sound that combines hard rock with lyricism.
This rock album by Eddie Money features a straightforward guitar-driven sound with soul elements woven into it, creating a melodic and energetic composition that is appealing.
Energetic guitars and Eddie Money's husky vocals dominate the album. The band's sound is tight, and the rhythm section provides solid support, creating a sense of unity. The melody is catchy yet powerful, with the overlapping choruses in the chorus being particularly striking. The saxophone and keyboards add a softer touch to the rock sound, broadening the range of the composition. The production is clear, with each instrument neatly positioned, and the mix features Eddie Money's vocals at the forefront. The album boasts an excellent balance between hard rock and pop, with each track offering vivid ups and downs. This satisfying album, combining energy and melodic sensibility, boasts a consistently high level of perfection within his career.
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A:
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1)
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Shakin'
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2)
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Runnin' Away
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3)
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Think I'm In Love
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4)
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Hard Life
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5)
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No Control
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B:
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1)
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Take A Little Bit
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2)
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Keep My Motor Runnin'
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3)
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My Friends, My Friends
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Drivin' Me Crazy
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5)
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Passing By The Graveyard (Song For John B.)
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6)
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It Could Happen To You
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Saxophone - Ed Calle (A2, B5, B6)
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Engineer - David Frazer (B4)
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Arranged By - Tom Dowd
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Producer - Tom Dowd
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Drums - Joe Caldo
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Arranged By - Eddie Money
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Engineer - Andy Johns
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Backing Vocals - Chuck Kirkpatrick (A2, A3, B2, B5, B6)
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Guitar - Chuck Kirkpatrick (A3, B6)
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Electric Piano, Clavinet - Alan Pasqua (A1, B2)
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Piano - Alan Pasqua (A2, A4, B2, B5)
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Engineer [Assistants] - Michael Carnevale
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Acoustic Guitar - Marty Walsh (B3)
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Guitar - Marty Walsh (A1 to A4, B1, B2, B5)
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Engineer [Assistants] - Peter Doell
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Drums - Gary Malabar
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Drums - Art Wood (B1, B3)
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Mastered By - Mike Fuller
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Drums - Tony Brock (B4)
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Engineer [Assistants] - Dennis Hertzendorfer
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Drums - Gary Ferguson (A1, A5, B2)
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Acoustic Guitar - Jimmy Lyon (A4)
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Guitar - Jimmy Lyon
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Backing Vocals - Randy Nichols (A1 to B2, B4 to B6)
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Organ - Randy Nichols (A1, A4, A5, B3 to B6)
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Piano - Randy Nichols (A1, A4 to B1, B3)
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Synthesizer - Randy Nichols (A2, A4, B4)
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Cover [Creative Consultants] - Mick Brigden
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Engineer [Assistants] - Bob Castle
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Acoustic Guitar - Ralph Carter (2) (A4, A5)
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Backing Vocals - Ralph Carter (2) (A1 to A3, A5 to B2, B5)
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Bass - Ralph Carter (2)
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Backing Vocals - Lynn Carter (A1)
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Cover [Creative Consultants] - Connie Jester
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Photography By [Cover] - George Holz