![]() In many ways, almost all Raw Power has in common with the two Stooges albums that preceded it is its primal sound, but while the Stooges once sounded like the wildest (and weirdest) gang in town, Raw Power found them heavily armed and ready to destroy the world - that is, if they didn't destroy themselves first. Whether quietly brooding ("Gimme Danger") or inviting the apocalypse ("Search and Destroy"), Iggy had never sounded quite so focused as he did here, and his lyrics displayed an intensity that was more than a bit disquieting. But the most remarkable change came from the singer Raw Power revealed Iggy as a howling, smirking, lunatic genius. From a technical standpoint, Williamson was a more gifted guitar player than Asheton (not that that was ever the point), but his sheets of metallic fuzz were still more basic (and punishing) than what anyone was used to in 1973, while Ron Asheton played his bass like a weapon of revenge, and his brother Scott Asheton remained a powerhouse behind the drums. By most accounts, tensions were high during the recording of Raw Power, and the album sounds like the work of a band on its last legs - though rather than grinding to a halt, Iggy & the Stooges appeared ready to explode like an ammunition dump. By this point, guitarist Ron Asheton and bassist Dave Alexander had been edged out of the picture, and James Williamson had signed on as Iggy's new guitar mangler Asheton rejoined the band shortly before recording commenced on Raw Power, but was forced to play second fiddle to Williamson as bassist. Sure, the more casual fans should stick to the 2-disc version with the album and the live show, but the fanatics need this and probably already have it.In 1972, the Stooges were near the point of collapse when David Bowie's management team, MainMan, took a chance on the band at Bowie's behest. Like I said, this is a complete bonanza for Stooges fans. ![]() Sure, it’s just “Raw Power” on the A-side and “Search and Destroy” on the B-side (so nothing rare on it, in other words), but it’s still great to have some of this stuff on vinyl as it sounds incredible.Īnd furthermore, there’s a 48 page booklet with comments by all sorts of people and lots of amazing photos. It also includes a live version of “Shake Appeal” from last November’s show in Sao Paolo, Brazil.Īnd that’s not all! Sorry if this sounds like a commercial, but there’s also a 7” with a replica of the Japanese picture sleeve. “I’m Hungry” is of particular interest as a work-in-progress since it has the riff of “Penetration” over what sounds like Iggy making up vocals right there on the spot.ĭisc 4 contains a documentary on the making of Raw Power as well as the reunion of three of its prinicpal players (Pop, Williamson and drummer SCOTT ASHETON). To mark the occasion, Columbia Records and Legacy Recordings have unveiled an expanded 50th. The outtakes “I’m Hungry” and “Saint Peter” are OK, but not great. Iggy & The Stooges ’ iconic 1973 album Raw Power turns 50 years old on Tuesday (February 7th). Although the outtakes “I Got a Right” and “I’m Sick of You” are fantastic, they’re well-known and found elsewhere. Disc 2 also features a previously unheard Raw Power outtake called “Doojiman” and a previously unreleased rehearsal version of “Head On”.ĭisc 3 is comprised of outtakes from the Raw Power sessions, alternate versions of “Shake Appeal” and “Death Trip” that are virtually indistinguishable from the album version on Bowie’s mix and finally, two songs (“Gimme Danger” and “Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell”) from IGGY POP‘s own “violent” mix that came out in 1997. Gradually, the mix gets better, but in any case, the show is an excellent soundboard recording. Named Georgia Peaches after part of Iggy’s lewd stage banter, at first it starts off like Metallic K.O., all piano and bass and too little of JAMES WILLIAMSON‘s guitar. Disc 2 contains a great live show from Georgia in 1973. Disc 1 contains the original album, now restored with the original DAVID BOWIE mix that’s been out-of-print for more than a dozen years. ![]() I got this as a birthday present and this is just an unbelievable bonanza for Stooges fans.
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