Girls to Chat & Boys to Bounce 1981 Album

Foghat

Same feel carries over from the previous album, but it's a bit more fun and engaging. An actual bonafide American stepped in to replace Price in the lead/slide guitar role, Erik Cartwright, but I don't think he livens up the band to any extent. This is more like the albums which preceded Tight Shoes, where New Wave is an element that factors into the overall sound, but certainly, the material is not as strong as it once was. "Wide Boy" and "Live Now - Pay Later" are the definite picks, while album cuts like "Weekend Driver" and "Delayed Reaction" (which dabbles in reggae) tend to meander a bit. Another interesting development - longtime associate Nick Jameson rejoins on keyboards, contributing two tracks - including the raucous live cut "Sing About Love". This is a competent, fan-focused collection which might find interest from casual interlopers.