Joe Walsh
's catalog by this point was two albums strong and of a consistently high quality. Despite a change of lineup for
So What
-- a wide range of musicians is used, including
the Eagles
'
Don Henley
-- the sound is very similar to previous releases. A number of classic
Walsh
tracks are featured, including a more polished version of
"Turn to Stone,"
originally featured on his debut album,
Barnstorm
, in a somewhat more riotous style.
"Help Me Thru the Night,"
's mellowest song to date, is helped along by some fine lead and backing vocals from the band.
sees
in top form as a guitarist. Most of the nine tracks feature solos of unquestionable quality in his usual rock style. The classic rock genre that the man so well defined with his earlier albums is present here throughout, and it is pulled off with the usual unparalleled
ability. ~ Ben Davies