Personnel:
Ian Hunter - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica
Andy York - Banjo, Baritone Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Backing Vocals, Electric Guitar, percussion, Acoustic Guitar, Chamberlin, Orchestrated, Resonator Guitar, Vibraphone, Electric Guitar [Loop], Accordion
Steve Holley - drums, percussion
James Mastro - Mandolin, electric guitar, baritone guitar, slide guitar, Bouzouki
Andy Burton - Accordion, Marxophone, Piano Organ [Hammond]– Piano, Harmonium, Organ [Wurlitzer], Grand Piano, Harmonium, Harpsichord, Piano, Accordion, Organ [Vox], Harmonium
Jack Petruzzelli – Electric Guitar, Slide Guitar, Piano
Paul Page, bass
Mark Bosch - Lead Guitar
Tabla – Dane Clark
Backing Vocals – Cat Martino
Backing Vocals – Rick Tedesco
Release date: July 2009
Running time: 47:22
Highest chart places: Did not chart.
Hold on tight, folks, because Ian Hunter is on fire! By 2008, our rock 'n' roll hero had cranked up the quality of his music to eleven and was charging forward with unstoppable energy. What really sets Ian apart is the fantastic contrast he's developed between acoustic and electric sounds, breathing new life into his legendary catalog. And let's not forget about The Rant Band—the powerhouse group of musicians who bring a whole new level of strength and adaptability to Ian's performances. They're not just playing for him, they're playing with him, effortlessly switching gears from acoustic to rock, and even teaming up with strings for those extra special live moments. Picture this: a series of ten intimate acoustic concerts across the UK, featuring Ian, James Mastro, and Steve Holley—dubbed "The Runt Band." Talk about a treat for die-hard fans! But Ian's not one to hog the spotlight. He's also been lending his signature vocals to some talented folks like Amy Speace, gracing her tracks on "The Killer in Me," and on "Whiskey, Pills, Pornography" for Rick Pagano and the Sugarcane Cups. And just when you thought he couldn't possibly go any faster, in October he stormed back into the studio to record "Man Overboard." The taping, overdubbing, and mixing flew by in a mere two weeks—a record-breaking pace for Ian in nearly two decades! And boy, did it pay off. On July 21, 2009, "Man Overboard" hit the shelves, with a solid addition to the lineup—looking really Brooklyn, Paul Page on bass, adding that extra groove to the mix. This album took a more introspective turn, reflecting on the highs and lows of young romance, the enduring power of love, and even diving into the depths of mortality and morality. Ian's lyrics have never been more heartfelt, peppered with his trademark wit and occasional prickly exterior. So get ready to immerse yourselves in a sonic journey that will tug at your heartstrings, make you ponder life's mysteries, and leave you craving for more of Ian Hunter's musical magic. Let's raise our glasses to this fearless troubadour, because he's showing no signs of slowing down. Cheers to Ian and his unwavering passion for creating music that moves us all!
Ian Hunter On Track for Sonicbond Publishing, TheDoctorOfDigital@pm.me