Stylistic embellishment is entirely unnecessary for the unmistakably literal piece that is Shake Em On Down; Crosscut Saw proving just how impressive a lack of salience can be.
Nominal production shows a decent amount of credibility, the arrangement being fairly rough-cut, yet beguiling in the same instant. The absence of an elusive verse is only counterbalanced by the raw vehemence of the guitar, and with elementary lyrics rasped aside the fierce euphony, any listener could candidly state just how infectious this track really is. In fact, the song's authenticity alone would be enough to compel a ruthless aggregation of foot stompers.
Though a likeliness to America's John Lee Hooker is made apparent, the prominent sprightliness intermingled with the vocalist's gravelly shouts thrust a singular quality into the open. Comparisons to one side, though, and you're left with a galvanising, bracing and fresh delta blues track.
You definitely won't be forgetting this one any time soon.
Written by Katie Bartle
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