Singing And Playing

Doe and Cervenka are two of the founding members of legendary L.A. punk band X. They’ve been playing together occasionally since those days 30 years ago, and here is a stripped down (mostly) acoustic venture. Although it’s a bit rough around the edges, the album still strikes a positive nostalgic chord on the old X songs and has some strong versions of each’s solo tunes. Just guitars and vocals. No FCC’s.

*My Favorites*: 1, 3, 6, 7, 8.

1. *(2:31) Mid. Quick-strummed guitar. Upbeat, despite lyrics. Lead vocal by Exene.
2. (3:11) Slow / Mid. False start. Lead vocal by Exene, Acoustic and electric guitar duet.
3. *(2:35) Mid / Fast. Crunchy, driving elec guitar, lead vocal by John. Song about our hoarding habits. Kick-ass.
4. (2:42) Mid. Ominous song about war. They take turns signing verses and harmonize on chorus.
5. (2:47) Mid. Acoustic guitar w/ Exene on lead vocal.
6. *(2:13) Mid. Feel-good song w/ bright acoustic guitar, sung by Exene. Nice.
7. *(4:07) Slow / Mid. Classic X song done acoustic w/ nice harmonizing and some slide.
8. *(5:42) Slow / Mid. Funny spoken intro. Live version of song #7, acoustic w/ the audience digging it.