U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Peak Position No. 79
Backstory: Hughes/Thrall were a musical duo consisting of Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple and Trapeze fame and Pat Thrall, who had some success with the Pat Travers Band. This minor hit single was released off of their only album, which was a self titled debut off of the short lived Boulevard Records label. Despite the fact that the album was unsuccessful, it was critically acclaimed and is now something of a cult classic kind of 80's rock album. Both Hughes and Thrall, unfortunately, were addicted to some drugs during that same time, causing their reputations to go somewhat downwards. Luckily, both recovered and went on to make much more music after this album.
The Review: I've always really, really liked this song. The loud guitars, drums, and keyboards just kick you in the face, and Hughes vocal work is spot on hard rock bangin'. Great tune. Could've made the Top 40 if it was promoted much better.
Final Rating:9/10
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From that title, I expected a cover of "Beg, Borrow and Steal" by The Ohio Express. Nope. It's pumped-up '80s rock. Almost like Huey Lewis and the News on steroids.
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