album of the week
When did Robert Palmer make any good music?
Sneakin Sally Thru The Alley 1974
following the split of vinegar joe in march 1974, palmer is retained by island records as a solo artist. the steve smith produced sneakin sally through the alley is released that September. recorded in new Orleans with assistance from the meters and little feats Lowell george it receives much US airplay and eventually climbs to US #107 in july 1975.
it is worth it just for the meters in the background
Tracks:
1. sailing shoes
2. hey Julia
3. sneakin sally thru the alley
4. get outside
5. blackmail
6. how much fun
7. from a whisper to a scream
8. through it all theres you
