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OhioGuy says...

Michael, Thanks for calling it as you see it. The original band is gone and so is the sound. That being said they have done some pretty good albums (my fave being "The Last Rebel"). "Edge of Forever" also had some good tunes on it. I haven't bought the last 2 because I think they are veering off into too much new country and a heavy style I don't care for. That being said, there is stuff on all these albums that beats what's out there. Gary has earned this and I hope he continues on forever.

Swisscheda says...

This band lost their creative edge when Ed King left. Half of "Vicious Cycle" was completely forgettable. The lowest moment of the band's career had to be the remake of "Gimme Back My Bullets" featuring Kid Rock. Wow, was that horrible. I love it when bands like this say how much they support the troops. How fake. The best way to support the troops is to BECOME the troops. It's so easy to support the cause when you are too old to serve, huh boys?

copperhead says...

Hey I enjoyed the review. I feel sure you were spot on. We all have our taste. I can not listen to the boxmasters but you like them so turn them up and rock on.