Personnel:
Ian Hunter - lead vocals, guitar, piano
Mick Ronson - lead guitar on "Death 'n' Glory Boys"
Robbie Alter - guitar, vocals
Tommy Mandel - keyboards
Bob Mayo - keyboards
Hilly Michaels - drums
Mark Clarke - bass guitar, vocals
Clarence Clemons - tenor saxophone on "All of Good Ones Are Taken" (slow & fast versions) and "Seeing Double"
Louis Cortelezzi - alto saxophone
Dan Hartman - bass guitar on "Speechless"
Jeff Bova - keyboards on "Speechless"
Jimmy Ripp - guitars on "All of the Good Ones Are Taken" and "That Girl is Rock 'n' Roll"
Rory Dodd - backing vocals on "All of the Good Ones Are Taken"
Eric Troyer - backing vocals on "All of the Good Ones Are Taken"
Produced at: Wizard Sound, New York, by Ian Hunter and Max Norman
Release date: Exactly when in 1983?
Running time: 40:38
Current edition: Columbia
Highest chart places: US #125
Come one and all, prepare to witness the tenacity of a true musical maverick as we delve into the next chapter of Ian Hunter's extraordinary journey. Undeterred by the mixed reception of his previous album, our intrepid troubadour found himself wooed by a plethora of record labels, each vying for the honor of housing his forthcoming opus. And so, with the winter of 1982 casting its icy grip upon the world, Hunter found himself back in the embrace of Columbia Records, penning the sonic gems that would make up All of The Good Ones Are Taken. When the summer of 1983 finally arrived, like a burst of musical sunshine, Hunter unleashed his creation upon the world. While two of his initial compositions were left behind, the album boasted a fresh array of tracks, including two collaborative efforts with the likes of Mark Clarke and Hilly Michaels. In a dazzling display of artistic versatility, Hunter fearlessly tackled a myriad of subjects, from the haunting specter of nuclear missiles to the echoes of the Falklands War. Yet amidst the weighty themes, a remarkable transformation occurred—the sound became sharper, the melodies brighter, and a distinct commercial polish adorned each and every track. Ian Hunter once again proved his unrivaled ability to craft a sonic experience that not only resonated deeply but also possessed an irresistible allure.
Ian Hunter On Track for Sonicbond Publishing, TheDoctorOfDigital@pm.me