American Flyer/Spirit of a Woman [Import]

Product Description:
Country-rock fans have long been hungerin’ for the reissue of the two albums by American Flyer, the mid-’70s supergroup that wasn’t. With Doug Yule (Velvet Underground), Eric Kaz (Blues Magoos), Craig Fuller (Pure Prairie League) and Steve Katz (Blues Project, Blood, Sweat & Tears) in the line-up, the pedigree was there; add George Martin’s production to their debut album, and success a la CSN&Y or the Eagles would seem a cinch. But for some reason, American Flyer never did take flight, and the band broke up in the late ‘70s, leaving behind these two very fine and collectible albums, to which we’ve added Richie Unterberger’s excellent liner notes. A 'Collectors’ Choice Music' exclusive!

Tracks:

Light Of Your Love
Such A Beautiful Feeling
Back In '57
Lady Blue Eyes
Let Me Down Easy
M
The Woman In Your Heart
Love Has No Pride
Queen Of All My Days
Drive Away
Call Me, Tell Me
End Of A Love Song
Spirit Of A Woman
Gamblin' Man
My Love Comes Alive
Victoria
Dear Carmen
I'm Blowin' Away
Flyer
The Good Years
Keep On Tryin'

Product Description

1. Light Of Your Love
2. Such A Beautiful Feeling
3. Back In '57
4. Lady Blue Eyes
5. Let Me Down Easy
6. M
7. Woman In Your Heart, The
8. Love Has No Pride
9. Queen Of All My Days
10. Drive Away
11. Call Me, Tell Me
12. End Of A Love Song
13. Spirit Of A Woman
14. Gamblin' Man
15. My Love Comes Alive
16. Victoria
17. Dear Carmen
18. I'm Blowin' Away
19. Flyer
20. Good Years, The
21. Keep On Tryin'

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

American Flyer.......2007-03-17

Have the albums. It was great to get on CD. Excellent quality. Pure Praire League spin off group.

Great vocals on this one!!!!!.......2006-09-01

If you appreciate Craig Fuller (Little Feast,Pure Prarie League)and Steve Katz (BS&T) vocals and harmonies--then this cd of its only 2 albums is a definite must. I have both albums on LP which are rare and hard to fine--when they came out on CD I did not hestiate to buy this one. The songs are mostly love songs up tempo and slow with incrediable lyrics. Too bad the albums did not get the airplay they deserved. The vocals are excellent--blended well together--I think people would love to hear this 2 cd set on a frequent basis--it puts your mind at ease znd makes you think of the love you have had in your life. Very emotional. You should also check out the recent release of Pure Prairie League's new album with Craig Fuller back as lead singer--excellent and also check out the 3 albums he made with Little Feat between 1989 and 1994 before they got the girl lead singer. Little Feat is not the same without Craig Fuller. Also check out the first 4 BS & T albums with Steve Katz as lead singer on a few cuts--simply amazing--the man can sing and write!!! Don't miss this album!!!!!

A supergroup that never was..........2005-07-17

I give this cd four stars: five stars for the first album (American Flyer reaching #87 on BB album charts in 1976) and three for the follow up album (Spirit of a Woman reaching #171 in 1977). This interesting combination of musicians deserved so much more than a rather obscure note in music history. The first album is the real gem in my opinion: a nice collection of soft rock, not unlike Bread, CSN and America. Beautiful harmonies with beautiful string arrangements by George Martin work the best with these guys like my favourite songs 'Light of your love' 'Such a beautiful feeling' 'Let me down easy' (their only hit reaching #80 in 1976). To tell you the truth the second album hasn't got any songs that really stick because these songs are less pop and more country. In fact I only let the cd play the first 12 songs, but these songs are definitely worth your money!

What Might Have Been..........2004-12-12

There's no arguing the superb (and diverse) mix of talent in this band, but the execution is something less than inspiring, particularly on the second album, Spirit of a Woman. Both albums are easy to listen to and display excellent writing, playing, and singing. Just the same, there's a shortage of real fire behind it, and I find my attention wandering well before it's over. If I would point out a particular flaw, I'd say the somewhat overblown arrangements may have been the wrong ingredient for an otherwise perfect recipe. Some songs, in my opinion, could have been stripped of their glossy orchestration to reveal much more personal and satisfying portraits. Too much layering suggests a lack of confidence in their material. To the contrary, they're great songs swimming in superfluous production.

American Flyer - undiscovered gem.......2004-09-23

I agree 100% with the above comments. American Flyer's music was superb ! If you like them you may also adore music by the group AMERICA.

Average customer rating:

Eric Kaz Craig Fuller
Is it worth it? Yes!
Is it worth it? Yes!
Spirit of a Women
Neal from Chicago

Spirit of a Woman
American Flyer
Manufacturer: Vivid Sound
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music

Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music

Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music

Rock | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005RYAD
Release Date: 1996-12-03

Tracks:

Spirit of a Woman
Gamblin' Man
My Love Comes Alive
Victoria
Dear Carmen
I'm Blowin' Away
Flyer
Good Years
Keep on Tryin'

Customer Reviews:

Eric Kaz Craig Fuller.......2004-07-25

Great Music. Just got the CD last week and it brought back wonderful memories. Still looking for the --Eric Kaz Craig Fuller-- album/cd that came out around the same time. I have the album but it's beat up. It has some great tracks and has a superlative rendition of --Cry Like a Rainstorm-- and --Ways of a Woman--. Wish I could find this one.

Is it worth it? Yes!.......2002-07-18

Having searched for years for anything by American Flyer, I at first balked at the price. However, when I listened to the songs, and all of the good memories that I had from this album were brought back to me, I was happy I spent the money. Having loved Craig Fullers vocals when he was with Pure Prarie League, he seems to have grown with American Flyer. I truly enjoyed this CD, just as I had the album back years ago. BUT, I still feel Amazon could bring this to us cheaper.

Is it worth it? Yes!.......2002-07-18

Spirit of a Women.......2002-03-29

The first American Flyer album is exceptional. Their second album, Sprit of a Women has some very good moments. The tracks Spirit of a Woman and Gambling Man are solid, the 2 Steve Katz tunes are good, the rest of the tracks range from okay to fair...

Neal from Chicago.......2002-01-25

I made my rating based on the LP version of this album which I purchased in the 70's and still have. Every track is worth listening to. This is a great work by a great group of artists.

At $... I am a little reluctant to purchase this CD, but I may have to because this disc is worth it.

Keep America Flyin'....

Spirit of a Woman
Average customer rating:
Spirit of a Woman
American Flyer
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Country | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000254EIW
Release Date: 2004-01-06

Music Album:

Music Album