The Fabulous Thunderbirds - Butt Rockin' (2013)

For their third album in 1981 the Fabulous Thunderbirds added the Roomful Of Blues horn section.It was cut at the Crystal Studios,Hollywood(a change from previous practice of recording in Texas).Frontman Kim Wilson wrote/co-wrote seven of the 11 cuts,another change of musical tactics.The opening track I Believe I'm In Love,has since become associated with his friend Bonnie Raitt.Standout covers include Roll,Roll,Roll-a 1958 release by Guitar Junior,and Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White-a trumpet hit for Perez Prado in 1955,now played by harmonica.Five bonus cuts include live material from Austin's Bottom Line.Booklet with authoritative and extensive liner notes written by respected Record Collector/Guitar & Bass journalist Michael Heatley.Expertly remastered by Jon Astley(who has worked on recordings by the Who,Led Zeppelin,George Harrison and many others).