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Music from Big Pink stands as one of those rare albums that turned the rock world on its axis. On this record, released in 1968 at the height of the psychedelic revolution, the five members of the Band (along with producer-sideman John Simon) eschewed spacey diversions, opting for an earthier route. Soon enough, wah-wah pedals and tape loops were making way for fiddles and mandolins. The group’s most democratic effort (Robbie Robertson would soon emerge … More >>
I am really sorry to inform that this is the WORST CD that I have ever listen to, I paid over $ 15.00 for it, and was so disappointed with it that I gave it away. Apparently it’s not my type of music ( and i’m very open minded about music!), I don’t comprehend why people give this garbage so much credit?
My opinion, don’t waste your money on this crap! check other albums by them that are much better. Even my dogs became depressed after listenig to it.
Rating: 1 / 5
Is this even music?? Maybe they should have continued backing Dylan. Possibly the worst album I’ve ever heard. Horrible singing, worse lyrics. Guitar work?? gimme a break. Robbie Robertson…..thief.
Rating: 1 / 5
I really wanted to like this CD because I’m a big fan of Robbie Robertson but I just couldn’t. The music is too dated. I bought this CD because I had a flash of nostalgia for The Band. Big mistake. I doubt that I’ll ever listen to this again. It’s not that it’s horrible. It’s just really dated, in a bad way, not a good “evokes the era” sort of way. Spend your money on something else, like Rocky Votolato or Amos Lee.
Rating: 2 / 5
The Band’s debut album has long been hailed as a classic, but Big Pink pales in comparison to The Band. The arrangements on this album are overdone, and the magic visible on their next album is missing. “The Weight” is one of Robbie Robertson’s best songs, but it stands head and shoulders above the rest of the album. For the best versions of “Tears of Rage” and “This Wheel’s on Fire,” listen to The Basement Tapes.
Rating: 3 / 5
I am a big fan of The Band and this was one of their first cds. I liked it pretty good
Rating: 3 / 5