Mick Ralphs is of course known as guitarist for Bad Company and Mott the Hoople. This box combines al of his solo efforts and then some. It’s a beautiful 4 cd box full of hidden treasures.
Back in 1984, Mick Ralphs released his first solo album, Take This!. The album went largely unnoticed, but what an amazing effort it was. If you are looking for some great rock music, this is the record you need. Great songwriting, and a proof that not only was Ralphs a great guitar player, but an impressive vocalist as well. The album is enhanced by 10 bonus tracks, some unreleased, some just working mixes. This long-lost album is simply worth the price of this set alone!
It's All Good is a collection of instrumental tracks that Ralphs accumulated in the years leading to the first Bad Company reunion in 1999. And it does include one track taken from the Bad Company set in 1999. There are a lot of great ideas here that could’ve easily been taken to another level.
That’s Life-Can’t Get Enough is a collection of home demos. This time, Ralphs, performs all of the instruments and vocals all by himself. The man is clearly talented, and fool of groove and invention. As a bonus, this album includes demos dating back to 1970, and 1977.
Should Know Better-Live at the Musician is a live album from 2013. It shows off Ralphs in a blues setting. He’s definitely holding his own, and delivers some choice blues licks that will surprise a number of his followers.
On the Run 1984-2013 very nicely sums up a solo career from one of the most impressive British guitar players. Ralphs certainly made a huge mark on the rock scene through his involvement with Bad Company or Mott the Hoople, this is what else he did when you weren’t looking. And witha player like that you always want to keep on your horizon. Currently Mick Ralphs is experiencing health problems, following a stroke in 2016. Let’s listen to his great music, and pray for his full recovery.
Mark Kadzielawa
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