The Poorboys - Pardon Me (1992)

Here is another group that is part of the shooting stars of hard-rock. American quartet, The Poorboys has released an album during its existence: "Pardon me" in 1992. We can say that this combo was sealed before even having taken off. How fate can be sometimes cruel, even unfair!

Yet, The Poorboys did not deserve, far from it. His album "Pardon me" is oriented bluesy hard, with some small southern keys by ci and present gospel choirs titles (which brings a more considerable).

From the first title "Hey man", we realize that this quartet US master pretty well what he does. The warm and intense voice of singer / guitarist Dennis Hill at this punchy, groovy and immediate track. The rest of the album, as a whole, is tinged 70's and The Poorboys gets along to lay out effective titles. The exciting "Can not get back", supported by a powerful and sustained rhythmic, "Guilty" which begins like a ballad before hardening a little tone through electric guitars, the very rock'n'roll. 'rollien' Love and faith 'which gives an irresistible urge to kick, the cool mid-tempo "Shine" with its southern and sometimes gospellizing accents, "Never that easy" and its infernal bass lines, the deep and authentic " No real emotion, sometimes with folk sounds, or the funky and "Make your move", are there to immerse us in the roots of rock n'roll and testify to the musicians' skill and inspiration.

The flagship title of the album remains "Brand new Amerika", a catchy and contagious title that could have been a hit, a classic must with a hint of luck. In any case, its effectiveness is masterful.

The general observation is that The Poorboys released in 1992 a solid, inspired hard bluesy album. We are especially amazed by the maturity that emerges, especially since this was a first discographic effort. We can not help but compare The Poorboys to the Black Crowes because musically, these 2 bands are pretty close. Subsequently, this quartet will disappear from circulation and it is frankly unfortunate because "sorry for me" had a glimpse of beautiful things. Anyway, this column is there to remind that The Poorboys made an appearance in the world of hard rock in the early 90's.