Hidden JewelNovember 23, 2001 John C. Maxwell(Fairfield, CT USA) 9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Jerry and Merl at at there best playing live.This is a overlooked hidden jewel recorded in 1973 with John Kahn, Tom Fogerty and Ron Tutt.. Any fan of Jerry Garcia/Deadhead or blues afficianado will love this album. Their rendition of "Lonely Avenue" is the best since Ray Charles. "After Midnight" and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" are classics. This is as close to a money back guarantee rating as you can get for those who like blues/funk.
The Name says it all!!!!!!May 27, 1999 10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Fire Up is my favorite of the Jerr/Merl collaborations. "Welcome to the Basement" has some funky grooves as do most of the songs on this album. "After Midnight" is a scorching cover of the tune Clapton made famous. "Benedict Rides" and "System" are Merl at his funky/cheezy best with Jerry helping out with the chops and solos. Lonely Avenue, recorded live, tops of this fantasic record. Buy it. You won't be disappointed.
