My copy of RAH 2020 arrived yesterday. I love this record
- because Bryan's voice at (almost) 75 sounds better than the years before, even without background singers (e.g. Don't Think Twice - an outstanding track),
- because the set list is more varied than the years before (e.g. The Bogus Man),
- because the arrangements allowed his voice the space it needs,
- because I love stale session players (yes, Sentimental Fool, that's why I am a fan of Toto),
- because it shows what we had and never will have again (Roxy Music, e.g. Same Old Scene, the weakest track on the album),
- because the band was indeed able to play perfect re-makes of perfect (Roxy) music (e.g. The Bogus Man - the best track on the album),
- because songs like Just Like You warm my heart,
- because "all proceeds will be shared between the band and crew members",
- because it carries the signature of my musical hero and
- because - who knows - it could be his last record - at least for a long time.
Thank you Bryan Ferry and band/crew - and stay safe because I hope that my last point won't come true
- pianoman -