Bobby Fuller Drive
Breakin Rocks
© 2003 Bobby Fuller Drive (641444937721)
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Country Rock - Rock - Retro. The original Bobby Fuller band from El Paso, Texas.
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This CD from Bobby Fuller Drive has something for everyone who loves great music. From the pounding and driving rhythms of "Not Fade Away" and "Nervous Breakdown" to the hauntingly beautiful "High Desert Sky" and "A New Shade of Blue". Written by Bobby Fuller and Mary Stone. "A New Shade of Blue" gained worldwide exposure on the hit soundtrack album from the academy award winning film "Boys Don't Cry".
There's six original Bobby and Randy Fuller songs, along with an outstanding version of a Buddy Holly hit "It Doesn't matter anymore".
Also included on this already smash album are four tunes that longtime and new fans are going to love. first there's Billy Webb's two songs that form a musical history of the band. "It Happened In El Paso" and "The Lobby". Followed by Randy Fuller and Larry Thompson's revised and upscale version of the Fuller classic "I fought The Law"' and if that wasn't enough there's "Nancy Jean". A lost and forgotten "Vault Find" of a recording made in El Paso in 1964 by Bobby Fuller. Now recorded with Bobby Fuller Drive and brother Randy's voice added. It's a true bonus on an already great album.
So crank up the volume and experience the music!
Dave Holwerda
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Great album
author: Petter Flaten EilertsenThanks for keeping this music alive!
Still Rockin
author: ggerberick@yahoo.comStill listening to Bobby Fuller and Rod Crosby 45`s (I even have some Torquetts 45`s!). Randy Fuller does the 60`s rock justice, and brings it all up to date! Rock on.
60`s Rocker
author: George GerberickBobby Fuller and Rod Crosby were two guys I looked up to in the 60`s. I played lead guitar for The Sixth Column and had the chance to see these guys all the time! To bad we can`t go back in time and do it all again!
Real Music
author: Aimee TorrezGreat CD! Music by Bobby Fuller 4, Rod Crosby's Intruders and the 6th Column ruled in the 60's & most of the 70's. They all had one thing in common: they knew how to R-O-C-K! This CD proves that there are STILL some R-O-C-K-E-R-S in El Paso. Thank you, Randy Fuller!!!
Real Music
author: Aimee TorrezGreat CD! Music by Bobby Fuller 4, Rod Crosby's Intruders and the 6th Column ruled in the 60's & most of the 70's. They all had one thing in common: they knew how to R-O-C-K! This CD proves that there are STILL some R-O-C-K-E-R-S in El Paso. Thank you, Randy Fuller!!!
Nothing like real rock-n-roll
author: Barbara Abraham LewisRock n-roll is what the 60's was about. If you live or lived in El Paso at that time, you will appreciate these songs. Bobby Fuller Four, The Sixth Column were El Paso's best! Brings back fond memories of a great era in music!
El Paso in the 60's...Music City
author: Mike Norman, drummer-Torquetts & 6th ColumnWe weren't Nashville or LA but we had rockers in EP. I'm glad to see (and hear) that we still do. The Bobby Fuller sound never died as you can hear in this great CD. You want Texas Rock at it's best? Buy this CD!!
El Paso in the 60's...Music City
author: Mike Norman, drummer-Torquetts & 6th ColumnWe weren't Nashville or LA but we had rockers in EP. I'm glad to see (and hear) that we still do. The Bobby Fuller sound never died as you can hear in this great CD. You want Texas Rock at it's best? Buy this CD!!
Fantastic tribute disc
author: Jim "Tucker" GallomoreGreat muscianship, terrific production values, all the tunes are rendered in a fashion that brings back those great days & memories of being there at Skylanes & the club on Hondo Pass. I was fortunate to have lived in EP while most of this music was NEW. The remaining members of the band deserve kudos to the max for their efforts in keeping the memories & music alive. I only hope that this is just the first of many more CDs of the West Texas sound. Turn it up--Rock & Roll is never too loud!! Jim Irvin High - class of '64
Exuberant and Irresistible Rock 'n' Roll
author: Fred BurwellThe album cover depicts a battered and bullet-riddled street sign and three weary men on a chain gang. Crack open the cd case and discover within a generous offering of glorious, vibrant rock 'n' roll. Breakin' Rocks serves up a West Texas stew of faithful but sonically updated versions of Bobby Fuller's 60's classics, a couple of Buddy Holly covers and a sprinkle of well-written new originals. Bassist Randy Fuller takes the lead on most songs. Back in the 60's, his voice always lent a unique quality to Bobby Fuller Four backing vocals. Today, as lead singer, his voice is distinctive and powerful. I was particularly taken by his heartfelt singing on Another Sad and Lonely Night, which should have gone top ten in 1965 and should today in this new version. On the ballad, New Shade of Blue, Randy's weathered, soulful vocal brings added depth to the lyrics. Elsewhere, Let Her Dance features propulsive drumming, a nifty La Bamba-like guitar solo and has the radio friendly feel of a power pop anthem. Nervous Breakdown is the fiercest rocker here. Randy's roaring vocal and throbbing bass are spot on, as is the dazzling guitar solo. A cover of Bobby Fuller covering Eddie Cochran, Nervous Breakdown is one delicious slice of rock 'n' roll. There are two especially noteworthy autobiographical originals. It Happened In El Paso recalls the early days of the Bobby Fuller Four as they began to chart with their classic version of I Fought the Law and even echoes its refrain. It's a driving rocker showcasing pumping piano by Larry Knechtel. The colorful lyrics of The Lobby tell us about the most popular music joint across the Rio Grande in Juarez, Mexico. Breakin' Rocks is a treat for fans of authentic rock 'n' roll, especially of the Bobby Fuller-Buddy Holly-West Texas brand. Three of the members of Bobby Fuller Drive played together as early as 1963, bassist Randy Fuller, guitarist Billy Webb, and drummer Larry Thompson. Their joy and satisfaction in making this compelling music comes through clearly in every note they sing and play.
Wow! Memories of the El Paso Teen Center on Hondo Pass
author: Fred KienleWe were the band The Torquetts (Bacardi) playing at the Teen Center when Bobby bought it and what a great place it was to go and listen to the Bobby Fuller Four play all the great sounds ...... this album captures the essence of those memories with some really great new touches to each song. Randy --- Thanks for making this CD.
Greatest sound I've heard in many, many years!
author: Steve Doll outlaw independent DJI've been waiting for a CD like this since the music scene today in general doesn't have much to offer! Bobby Fuller Drive has put the ROCK back in Rock & Roll! Keep on Rockin' and "Don't forget to BOOGIE!'
pretty damn good!
author: Tony RossThis music is worth "getting into" at any time of the day or night. Terrific job and an awesome musical group! Known the drummer for over 20 years and never knew he had any talent until I bought the CD; I mean, ya can't tell by looking at him! =B^)
Something for everyone!
author: Laura T Lynch of Kweevk.comBreakin Rocks has something for everybody. It is a fourteen-track collection of rock, country and real retro. Breakin Rocks contains six originals from Bobby and Randy Fuller, two compositions from Billy Web, covers and 'Nancy Jean' a vault find. Bobby Fuller is well known for the classic single 'I Fought the Law'.Bob’s sprit lives on through the Bobby Fuller Drive, which consists of guitars, banjo, keys, percussion and sax. Their music captures the essence and energy of classic rock and roll re-recorded in a fresh modern context. The CD ranges from sweet ballads to danceable rockers. The instrumentation and production is first rate and the vocals are inspiring. Breakin Rocks brilliantly blends old and new songs in a crisp, clean format! Break out your dancing shoes for this spirited CD!
Loved it, nice mix, best of luck
author: Monte PaulI'm saying this becuz Webb owes me money. Actually your work is outstanding. I like what you did to I FOUGHT THE LAW.I think you guy's have something here. Sincerely, Monte paul Drummer/vocals
Makes me want to dance
author: janet gollnick, green bayIts Too Late and Let Her Dance make me want to put on my favorite retro bowling shirt and dance. The mellow High Desert Skies makes me want to dance my way west. It Doesn't Matter Anymore makes me want to dance with my picture of Buddy....love the sparky piano here. Well done guys!
I loved it but then I am a first cousin!
author: Sherry Fuller WegnerI liked it well enough to purchase.
Outstanding
author: linda marshallI am from El Paso...went to the Teen Center,,,sister of Joyce Bandle Marshall....it's about time someone....Thank You Larry Thompson has done this for all Us Fuller Fans...then and now....I Love It...Thank's to All of You on this CD.......Peace......Linda Marshall.....