BOC @ JAXX/NIGHT OF THE HUGE GUITARIST

[Ted O. Jackson]

> Neither was bad, but seemed to lack the proper energy.  The thing
> about "Cities on Flame" that Albert so necessarily provided for me,
> however, was the DRUMS - the whole real hook of that song for me was
> always that "Bum bum ba BUM" on the bass drum in-between the guitar
> lines.  Last time I saw BOC live (the day after I got to see the Brain
> Surgeons do it), I was disappointed to see that Chuck Burgi had completely
> eliminated that bit from the song.  Albert may not be known these days
> as one of the top drummers in rock, but his sense of rhythm always has
> impressed me -- often subtle, but rich in variety and complexity, and
> always blending nicely with what the song demands.
>
> John

John,
If Al isn't known as a top drummer, then it isn't his fault, but the
listener's.  Anyone who hears the first 3 albums, assuming they
aren't an idiot, would have to conclude that Albert is one of the
best to ever pound for a rock band.  His work on those records is
amazing.  He has a differnt beat for every song, and really drives
the band.  I've always considered him one of the best (even if I
can't stand his 'Zilla solo from way back ).  As far as singing, I
always like Al's vocals, though I think I actually prefer Eric on
'Dominance.'  His stage personna just seems to fit that song better
than Albert's...
theo