ONE LIVE BADGER

I actually bought this CD after hearing it mentioned by Manfred Mann who was on a Dallas Classic Rock station about 7 years ago. I love M.Mann and took his recommendion seriously much to my satisfaction!

I am quite familiar with YES but wasnt a real fan of the old stuff until hearing Badger, then I went out to get the first three Yes albums. I would say this is the best of his work that I am aware of.

There is no doubt the true talents of Kaye and Parish can be heard right on this album, especially On My Way Home. The songs do generally sound the same but the reason for 4- stars is the harmony and for a new band to sort of have that Bee Gee's "I know what the other guy is thinking" sort of synchronization is impressive to me and unlike most, I just cant get burned out of listening to this.

The hammond parts are those which sound better as you increase the volume. Really great for a cross country trip. I now have my wife singing to all 5 of these tracks. It's not her favorite but she doesnt complain since she knows it's top on my pleasure list.

This album should give the young listener who loves strong melody and chord use (not often found today) some real satisfaction. I paid $14 for this CD which is worth many times that to my ears!