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This Version Doesn't Seem To Work Together!

deepbluereview | SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA USA | 07/18/2003

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Canned Heat has continued to endure over the years despite several lineup changes. On this latest release, drummer de la Parra, who has been a member of Canned Heat since 1967, dusts off the bands name and assembles a new version of the Heat with guests, Roy Rogers, Corey Stevens, Walter Trout, Taj Mahal and John Lee Hooker. The result is a mediocre release that does not quite capture the heyday of the original Canned Heat. Even the remakes of "Let's Work Together" and "Getaway" lack the magic of the original releases. The band seems to be relying on fan loyalty or name ID to garner sales. This appears evident by the decision to also include an early version of "Let's Work Together" performed by Harvey Mandel and Little Wheel featuring John Lee Hooker. Overall, considering some of the legendary hits release by the Heat over the years, this one is far from satisfying."

GREAT HEAT FAN

J. J. Valentino | phila., pa. USA | 05/18/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I DON'T KNOW WHICH FRIENDS IN THE CAN THE GUY ABOVE ME HEARD, BUT THE ONE I HEARD WAS ONE OF THEIR BEST CD'S EVER!! IRONICLY, I WOULD ONLY AGREE THAT THE NEW VERSION OF LETS WORK TOGETHER IS ONLY AVERAGE, BUT THE REST OF THE TRACKS ARE TRUELY FABULOUS. GREAT BLUES, GREAT ROCK, GREAT SOUND. I HAVE BEEN A HEAT FAN FOR 35 YEARS, I'M NOT A TEENYBOPPER REVIEWER!!!! YOU WON'T FORGET TO BOOGIE!!!!"