Chris Spedding "Cafe Days" 1990

One of Britain's most versatile session guitarists, Chris Spedding's long career has seen him tackle nearly every style of rock roll to come down the pike, as well as sporadically attempting a solo career.

This is one of Chris Spedding`s strongest albums. It arrived four years after his equally impressive ENEMY WITHIN and contains 10 originals and a cover of Mose Allison`s "Parchman Farm." CAFE DAYS, like its predecessor, is filled with sly rhythmic tricks. The songs seem rather straightforward, and it`s with repeated listenings that the subtle powers really emerge. This is also perhaps his best-sounding work, with credit going to Steve Berlin (of Los Lobos) and Mark Linnet. Strong selections include the catchy "Put It on Hold" (which sounds like a cross between Mark Knopfler, David Bowie, and Dave Edmunds, and features Southside Johnny on backing vocals) and the characteristically driving title song. The set closes with the gorgeous "Portobello," a song that perfectly captures all of Spedding`s allure, from the guitar tone and ensemble interplay, to his own casually impassioned singing. from: http://www.overstock.com/

Personnel:
Chris Spedding (vocals, guitar, bass); Steve Berlin (soprano saxophone, keyboards, percussion); Tony Garnier (bass), Gary Ferguson, Bobby Chouinard (drums); Brenda Lee Eager, Pat Carrington, Southside Johnny (background vocals). Producers: Steve Berlin, Mark Linnet, Chris Spedding, Tom Treumuth, Shawn Pilot.

trax:
1. Smoke My Cigarette 2. Parchman Farm 3. Hostage 4. Put It On Hold 5. Catch 22 6. Cafe Days 7. Call Of The Wild 8. Girl In The Video 9. Flirt 10. Save The Life 11. Portobello