Back in the '70s, both and were responsible for laying down the boogie -- as a leader of the , and as a member of . Fast forward three decades later, and the duo has decided to combine their talents (along with session pro bassist ), as . Touring in support of a debut album with the title of , it shouldn't have come as a surprise that their shows were rift with testosterone-heavy (but with a bluesy feel). Less than a year after the arrival of their debut comes a concert set, 2005's . With splitting the vocal duties, the group harks back to the days when power trios ruled the earth. Focusing primarily on tracks from their debut, selections such as benefit from a live setting, as their bluesy swagger is even more overstated. Also included are winks to both player's pasts -- with with a re-worked, rockin' version of 's hit, Admittedly however, the lyrics are moronic in spots, with the usual hard livin'/roadside bar fare. But if tough is your thing, it's best to experience it in a live setting, and delivers. ~ Greg Prato