A classic set in stone...
Admit One | Pasadena, CA United States | 09/18/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Long overdue for a re-release, Dirk Hamilton's "Meet me at the Crux" is easily one of the best albums of 1978 (and my personal favorite). Hamilton's writing is quirky (Egg a duck?), soulful and at times profound. His vocals are all his own. His unique delivery sells every song - his way.
The standouts for me are "How Do You Fight Fire", "Meet Me at the Crux", "Billboard on the Moon", Mouth Full of Suck, and the beautiful "Every Inch a Moon". The deluxe addition of this CD includes several tracks that were not included in the original release. One of these, "Santa Cruz Mountain Monologue" appears to be a personal reflection and is really an excellent inclusion.
All of these will stand the test of time. The album is 28 years old and still sounds as fresh as the day it was released. "Meet me at the Crux" is back. There is a God!"
My Favorite Album Of All Time
Brickbats | California | 08/10/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Great lyrics - Jackson Browne with equal parts Dylan, Leonard Cohen, and early Springsteen. Rocking sound - think early Van Morrision crossed with John Prine and John Hiatt. I love all of these artists, but they still don't adequately describe Dirk's music.
They're only reference points for you - this is a wild ride thru some unique territory, from the opener "Mouth Full Of Suck" (about the vampire-like people we all know and hate), through the bite of "Tell-A-Vision Time" ("You don't really wanna talk, ya just want friendly monkey noise") and the insanity of the battle tune that is "How Do You Fight Fire" to the bliss of self-awareness in "Every Inch A Moon".
Check out the lyrics on Dirk's website ... or listen to a sound sample on this page ... but this album can only be properly experienced in its entirety, over time, as it grabs you with constantly unfolding new delights. Long unavailable on cd - grab it if you like Van or Bruce or great lyrics or ... pleasant surprises. You say there's no good music anymore? Hey, it all comes down to you!"
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1