The Doobie Brothers - Stampede (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 1975
- 11 tracks
- 40 min
- classic rock
Stampede
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Sound quality is fantastic. Definitely reccomend it. Loved the way it sounds.
This was the final studio record by the Doobie Brothers featuring Tom Johnston before he was swapped out for Michael McDonald. It features a rendition of the Motown hit "Take Me In Your Arms," which was put out as a single. The album blends their signature sound with touches of country-rock, funk, and folk music.
From the moment I first caught my dad spinning "Stampede" on his beloved 'Quadrophonic' sound system, this album has held a special place in my heart. It's right up there with those early Santana, Zeppelin, The Who, Jethro Tull, and Elton John records that made up the soundtrack to my carefree 1970s summers. Forget what the critics say; this is a genuine 'Classic' rock masterpiece. My copy is pristine, with no hiss, and it sounds absolutely incredible.
Considering the lukewarm reception Stampede received, it's not that the album lacked highlights, but rather that its standout tracks could be condensed to a couple of exceptional songs. Among these, "Take Me In Your Arms," a Motown classic, shines as one of their all-time greatest tracks. Yet, the only other hit from Stampede was "Sweet Maxine," which peaked at #40, leaving fans puzzled about the sudden disappearance of this hit-making band. Despite this, Stampede is a genuinely fine album, with many arguing it's underrated and superior to The Captain & Me. It's a blend of smoky, swampy rock, brimming with charm reminiscent of Toulouse Street. Here, the fusion of folk, R&B, and rock remains, but it's been revamped with shifting tempos, elegant chord progressions, and fresh melodies. The songs penned by Simmons and Johnston are more eclectic and sonically diverse. I'd love to claim Stampede marked the Doobie Brothers' creative peak, but that's a bold statement even I won't make. Here, the Doobies refine their sound differently, bringing its best elements to the forefront, making this record uniquely their own. Jeff Baxter, formerly of Steely Dan, became a full member, adding a third guitar and introducing a stylish steel jazz sound. This allowed several tracks, with all three guitars in harmony, to achieve an unmatched quality, drawing comparisons to the Allman Brothers and The Eagles. Despite reaching number four on the charts, the album was dismissed and underappreciated simply because it didn't align with previous releases. Some of the guitar work is genuinely beautiful and unexpected. Stampede deserved to top the charts and be cherished, not just sold and forgotten. The Doobies had evolved into one of America's true supergroups. The album is filled with good-time wanderlust and a distinctive sound that could have fit in during the late '60s. For many fans, the standout track was the incredible "I Cheat The Hangman," though it's a bit revisionist, drawing from the past, which is likely why it resonated so instantly. Regardless, the record flows with great guitars and intermingled harmonies, filled with genuine emotion and structural quality. The band's use of strings, horns, and enchanting backup vocals all blend effortlessly, creating a defining moment at their career's peak. It's baffling why fans relegated this record to the back of their collections and forgot it. **The Fun Facts:** The haunting song “I Cheat The Hangman” was inspired by Pat Simmons' reading of Ambrose Bierce’s classic ghost story “An Occurrence At Owl Creak Bridge,” about a Civil War soldier who didn't realize he was dead.
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