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Album Reviews --
Bruce Brodeen (Not Lame Records, 2002) - Not Lame carries
two other utterly enjoyable releases from Cline that we strongly recommend,
but on his third solo album, this 2002 release is the one that really
connects the dots and puts all his talents into a clear fish bowl that
make for easy viewing and ultimate listening pleasure. His roots pop
is akin to Walter Clevenger, a connection we don't drop that often because
few folks can write a hook like Sir Clevenger. But let's slot in Cline
into that group as this clearly inspired dose of classic Nick Lowe roots-power
pop. And what a compliment it is to extend that name-drop. Fans of 79-81
era Squeeze, Marshall Crenshw and early Elvis Costello are sure to find
plenty to embrace here, as well. Spiffy, snappy upbeat melodies abound
as does a driving sense of pumping rhythm that makes one want to shake
some booty(see "Roamin' Holiday", in particular). Grade: A
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