Back catalogue: Rock

Review: Combining rock & roll, blues, country, rhythm & blues, and jazz, Little Feat may not be as familiar as many of America's other great guitar groups, but their impact and influence cannot be understated. Take the 1974 Rolling Stone magazine interview with Jimmy Page, for example. A true rock legend, he cited this lot as his favourite band bar none, which tells you everything there is to know. The rock and roll band's rock and roll band, or something like that, this recording was captured during Little Feat's undisputed heyday, five years before founder, lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist Lowell George collapsed in a hotel room and died from a heart attack, leaving other members to disband and some to reform nine years later. It's electrifying stuff, packed with ideas and imagination, elements of honky tonk, swamp, and late-night barroom whisky chugging tones, marking the aforementioned Page out as a man of discerning taste.

Review: Behold Little Feat's Time Loves A Hero, a 35-minute masterclass in redefiningrock music. This album transcends generations, proving that if your parents were right about rock music being great in their days. Little Feat's sixth studio effort effortlessly blends New Orleans blues, urban funk, and jazz fusion without losing its signature southern rock swagger. Kicking off with the assertive funk of 'Hi Roller,' the band showcases complex keyboard lines and intricate drum work. The standout track, 'Day at the Dog Races,' is a cosmic odyssey of southern rock grooves and wild jazz fusion. Tracks like 'Old Folks Boogie' balance experimental sounds with playful, tongue-in-cheek lyrics. Little Feat's ability to merge eclectic song structures with muscular musicality makes this album timeless. Thanks to Rhino Records, this classic is now reissued on vinyl, inviting a new generation to discover the magic of Little Feat.

Review: Many fans feel that Feats Don't Fail Me Now stands as the pinnacle in Little Feat's career, showing their unparalleled blend of funk, rock, and jazz influences. The album captures the electrifying energy of their live performances while maintaining a cohesive sound from start to finish. Tracks like 'Rock & Roll Doctor' and 'Oh, Atlanta' exemplify the band's playful yet funky attitude, while Skin It Back demonstrates their tight musicianship and jazzy funk groove. Lowell George's bluesy slide guitar work shines on songs like Down the Road and the gem Spanish Moon, which features an irresistible brass section adding to its dynamic excitement. The title track, 'Feats Don't Fail Me Now,' is a great example at their spontaneous performance style. George and Payne's 'The Fan' expands the band's horizons with its jazzy time signature and spirited instrumentation. The album's highlight is the 10-minute medley of 'Cold, Cold, Cold' and 'Tripe Face Boogie,' which effortlessly blends slow funk with energetic shuffle and features captivating instrumental sections dominated by Bill Payne's jazzy piano. Feats Don't Fail Me Now represents the moment when everything came together for Little Feat, resulting in an album of mirthful, enchanting and exuberant music that maintains a high level of integrity throughout.