Sweet Comfort Band - Hold On Tight 30th Anniversary Edition

Published Thursday 12th November 2009
Sweet Comfort Band - Hold On Tight 30th Anniversary Edition
Sweet Comfort Band - Hold On Tight 30th Anniversary Edition

STYLE: Jesus Music
RATING 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 86450-16054
LABEL: Retroactive Records RAR7890
FORMAT: CD Album
ITEMS: 1

Reviewed by Mike Rimmer

The SCB's third album was released back in 1979 and is part of a recent programme of re-issues. The band were one of the most accomplished of the Jesus Music era and while this builds on the artistic success of the previous 'Breakin' The Ice' album, it takes off into very smooth territory and at times is reminiscent of Hall & Oates with Bryan Duncan as Darryl Hall. The Seawind horns are still in place and there's strong songwriting, perfect vocal performances and top musicianship. The fusion of funk, pop and rock is still in place and though not quite reaching the heights of 'Breakin' The Ice' shows a super-tight outfit perfectly executing the rhythmically complex cuts. "Angel" gives the band the chance to show off their musical chops whilst "Take It - Save It" has a breezy, polished west coast sound. One final highlight is "Carry Me" with its moody electric piano, passionate vocals and guitar solo from guest Buffalo Springfield/Poco man Richie Furay. The band always managed to mix unashamed honest spiritual lyrics with polished music. This is a rock'n'soul delight.

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