Songs to Swear By Johnny Philko

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  • Release Date: 08/27/2002
  • Label: ISIS (CITY HALL)
  • UPC: 706991700126
 
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Songs to Swear By

1LISTENWaco 3:58
2LISTENI Can't Fight This Feeling 3:11
3LISTENShoot Me 1:52
4LISTENStray Dog Stagger 3:08
5LISTENRuby Ridge 4:49
6LISTENWhat About Me? (Mr. President) 3:16
7LISTENVictim of Society 3:09
8LISTENThe Harbinger 2:40
9LISTENHindsight's 20/20 2:21
10LISTENOne Stromy Night 8:04

Editorial Reviews

Johnny Philko's Songs to Swear By is a collection of bluesy rock numbers that would fit nicely in a '70s arena. This is rootsy, American music reminiscent of Warren Zevon ("Shoot Me," for example), early John Hiatt, Hot Tuna, and, to some extent, Neil Young ("Ruby Ridge"). The Cleveland, OH, group hardly seems contemporary with their guitar solos and bar rock pomp, but their focus on Waco, Ruby Ridge, civil liberties, and Libertarianism is certainly unique. "What About Me? (Mr. President)" is a solid and serious tune with some emotional heft and gently melodic guitars that recall Jefferson Airplane and a late-'60s sense of questioning authority. Still, as uncompromising as their subject matter is, Johnny Philko's music is quite safe. Songs to Swear By definitely isn't the most groundbreaking record of 2002, but for those looking for some straight-ahead U.S. of A rock, it's sure to please. ~ Charles Spano, All Music Guide All Music Guide

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December 14, 2002: After hearing this CD I had to get one! There are some very cool songs on it, and the songs have something to say which is missing in most stuff I hear today. If you like real rock, minus any fluff this one is for you! I'm thrilled that I found this one!