Search - Pilot :: Two's a Crowd

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G. W. Sanders | Sacramento, CA USA | 03/17/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've had several copies of the vinyl release and was waiting for a CD treatment of this masterpiece. Even with the 'pops and clicks' inherent with this format, the guitar playing of Ian Bairnson and the singing of David Paton are marvelous. The 2002 CD 'Blue Yonder' attempt by the duo to recapture the feeling from this original 1977 release was just not there, so it was a real prize to discover that a Japanese release of the original LP was made available on CD. From the opening cut; "Get Up and Go" Ian's guitar playing is downright searing and drive's this song every step of the way. The "Library Door" is another outstanding cut that showcases their harmonies and writing abilities. It is no surprise that their talents were put to good use on most of Alan Parson's efforts through the years, especially Ian. His distinctive guitar sound was a prime element in all of the AP releases.



Unfortunately, Ian has been quite over the past three years or so and David released one solo effort in 2003. One can only hope that they collaborate again in the future and bring back the "Magic." If not, at least with this release, the catalog is complete."