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+1/2 -- Fine continuance of PPL's classic early '70s country-rock
It's ironic that a band with such an organic sound should have such a convoluted history. Founding member Craig Fuller, whose song and vocal powered the band's emblematic hit, "Amie," had actually left the band (due to draft issues in the early'70s) before the single found success. During the same release-to-hit delay, the band had been dropped from RCA and subsequently re-signed. Several albums and line-up changes later, Fuller rejoined the band for a few years in the mid-80s, before once again departing - this time for a stint with a reformed Little Feat. <
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>All that brings us to the current incarnation, which in 1998 brought Fuller back together with keyboardist Michael Conner (who joined in time for the band's 1972 LP, "Bustin' Out"), and bassist Mike Reilly (who joined just after "Bustin' Out" was completed). Also joining were guitarist Curtis Wright, multi-instrumentalist Fats Kaplin, and drummer Rick Schell. All but Conner, who passed away in 2004, appear here, and the sound is remarkably (and refreshingly) similar to the League's classic early albums. <
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>The harmony-laden, acoustic-led country-rock might feel more nostalgic had the template laid down in the early '70s not had such a timeless appeal. The folk and country elements are still effervescent and heartfelt, and though the gently rocking edge emerged from less tense times than today, it still provides an energetic spark. Fuller's written an album full of memorable new works, pairing his talent with the likes of Ray Kennedy, Gary Scruggs, and Bill Lloyd. The opening pair of lost-love songs is a miniature arc of maturation, with the confident celebration of "Getting' Over You" giving way to the uncertainty and reconsideration of "I Sure Do Miss You Now." <
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>Fuller's voice still has the same enchanting qualities that made "Amie" such a welcome radio staple. Together with Conner and Reilly, he's guided this new edition of the band back to its musical roots of country, blues and a touch of rock. Fuller's stint with Little Feat shows in tunes like "Nothing Like the Lonely," and though the album is leavened with 30 extra years of living, the freshness of the band's earliest years is retained. Fans of the band's original albums will be delighted by the new material, and those simply looking for an escape from Nashville's factory crossovers will find this throwback to country-rock's first uprising a welcome addition to their collection. 4-1/2 stars, if allowed fractional ratings. [©2006 redtunictroll at hotmail dot com]

Craig Fuller & Co. are Back and Cookin' !
THEN - Like many 70's music-lovers, I have always loved the Bustin' Out album and it's hit Amie, written and sung by Craig Fuller. I later discovered their incredible first album, and Craig's 3 projects with Eric Kaz from the late 70's (2 of them under the name American Flyer). When Craig turned up singing lead with Little Feat in 1988, I was ecstatic - and he did 3 great albums with them before going into semi-retirement in 1992. Amazingly, PPL was out on tour in 2005 with Craig Fuller back in front ! Saw them in Dallas and loved it. <
>NOW - Earlier this year (2006) I discovered that they had just released a new album !!!! It is truly a great return, and Craig's songwriting is incredible. Craig sounds great, whether on a rocker or a ballad. "Gettin' Over You" and "Don't Go Confessin' Your Love" are classics that will have you driving 90 MPH and singin' along if you don't watch out... Get this album and enjoy a great new dose of Pure Prairie League ! <
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