MICROWAVE DAVE AND THE NUKES
Atomic Electric (Distant Farmer)
Reviewed by Eric Steiner

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Microwave Dave and the Nukes have honed their considerable blues chops playing Northern Alabama nightclubs for over 12 years, and Atomic Electric is a collection of songs that should satisfy any blues appetite. The slow, acoustic lament of "Trail of Tears," straightahead boogie of "Shady Muscadine," or 50's-inspired "Courtin' in a Cadillac" all show the versatility of this outstanding trio. Microwave Dave and the Nukes play classic blues tailored to the stripped-down, three-piece format with Microwave Dave Gallaher on vocals and guitar, Rick Godfrey on bass, and Skip Skipworth on drums. Fans of urban, post-war won't be disappointed with the way Dave & Co. tear it up on "Highway 49," and perhaps more importantly, they honor Elmore James and Houndog Taylor and the Houserockers with this six-minute plus spine-tingling slide guitar jam. "Highway 49" earns my vote for blues song of the year, thanks to Microwave Dave Gallaher's expert slide, and the firey engine room of Godfrey and Skipworth.

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Track List:

Shady Muscadine * Shot Gun Slim * It's All Right Now * Trail of Tears * Mary Ann * Moon Wax * Courtin' in a Cadillac * Anna Lee * The River's Invitation * Night Train * Sleep Walk * Highway 49

© 2003 - Eric Steiner