New Jersey Stage 2016: Issue 9 | Page 38

sic will appreciate the textures and tones of Night Hawk. Other high points include a tip of the hat to “Billy The Kid,” the classic “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky” followed by the edgy “Running With The Crowd” packed with solid life lessons. This album is similar to sitting around a campfire sharing stories with the added bonus of full instrumentation. With 50 plus years of making music under his big belt buckle, Charlie Daniels is still a standout. The powerful progenitors of British blues and hallowed hard rock Foghat return with their 17th studio album. On Under The Influence they remain influential and innovative on a daring dozen tracks including one remake. Since the death of their two main front men, control has ceded to drummer Roger Earl who has done a fine job putting together a vintage sounding band when he’s not brewing up a new batch of Foghat branded wine. Recording began in Flori- Listen to “Billy The Kid” by Charlie Daniels Band NJ STAGE 2016 - ISSUE 9 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 38