Much of Hancock's work is firmly rooted in the American Western tradition of music that's sad but happy. The release of That's What Daddy Wants was so well received that Ark 21 promptly reissued Thunderstorms and Neon Signs in 1998. The fact that Hancock can embrace those extremes and celebrate them is a good starting point for understanding his style. Hancock's music evokes a time somewhere just after the invention of beer refrigeration and neon signs, where the highways aren't multilane interstates but still take you wherever you want to drive, all night long. It's easier to sing with a band that's in the groove . . .
Live music captures the emotion and high energy of the music . . .
This album was recorded and finished in three days, and it cost very little to make. Let's see all you Music Industry cats beat that one.