Everlast - Love, War and the Ghost of Whitey Ford

2008 release, his first album since White Trash Beautiful four years ago. Love, War And The Ghost Of Whitey Ford [co-produced with his long-time partner Keefus Ciancia] is the logical sequel to Everlast's breakthrough, Whitey Ford Sings the Blues, an eclectic mix of rock, blues, country, pop and hip-hop; and includes the single 'Folsom Prison Blues' which is a Johnny Cash cover laid over Cypress Hill's 'Insane In The Brain' beats Album Description

Not for kids but good

I bought this for the Saving Grace song but the other songs are good too. Listen to the words, he has some interesting thoughts. Lanuage is a bit rough so be prepared but do get beyond that. November 23, 2008

Everlasting quality

I've had an ear out for Everlast ever since his House of Pain days. The Whitey Ford album was a good look for him. This record goes in another direction but works none the less. He starts off with a compelling first track "Kill the Emperor", "lets stop the War and feed the poor kill the emperor". The 2nd cut "Folson Prison Blues", is reminiscent of the House of pain days.

My favorite songs are (6) "Friend" which is the most introspective song and strikes the chord of emphatic truth, "Lovers come and go but right now I need a friend". The (13) track "Weakness" is vintage country blues and another favorite of mine. The beat and rythm of (14) "Dirty" makes it hot, track (4) "Anyone" is solid also. The final track (17) "Saving Grace" I think expresses societies ills and failings "sitting by the phone waiting for the Lord to send my calling" is very powerful.

His album motif is a bit unusual coming from a so called "Whitey Ford". I think Everlast has reinvented himself since going solo and continues to do just that "thankful for the gifts the angels gave me" He was more of a rapper than a singer on "White Ford sings the blues" this one is more singing than rapping.

Being a firm believer in the livingstone used to make a Temple without the use of any metal instrument,eternal in the Heavens. I find it interesting the word "stone" appears in the title of 3 of the songs on this album. (3) "Stone in my hand" (10) "Letters Home from the garden of stone" and (12) "Throw a stone". Mere coincidence, perhaps not.

Most hip hop heads probably won't appreciate this piece of work,some might not even call it hip hop but I like its diversity, thus the 4 star rating. October 26, 2008

one of the best

one of evelasts best it ranks right up there with whitey ford sings the blues! better than any of the empty crap out right now. I can not wait till la cocka nostra is released! October 15, 2008

Everlast; May He Forever Speak His Mind

Halleluiah! "Kill the Emperor." If you have heartache over our nation's problems, and if you're upset with the current Republican administration; this CD is for you. October 11, 2008

Everlast Takes it 20 steps further

Fantastic Album. Everlast brings an incredible comination to his music, depth and street credibility. His sound has matured in leaps and bounds since White Trash Beautiful (not saying that great album was bad, this album just sonically is much denser and layered). Lyrically he covers politically, emotions, love war (ie the title. Buy this album and you love it. Support independent artists.
Congrats Eric Schrodey, aka Everlasts.
October 6, 2008

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