Oh yes indeed Marc, I dont think that Red left because of what you said of him being more of a showman. That is something that we should try to find out. Why Red left, when Lightfoot's carrer was really starting to climb the ladder. Health reasons maybe? Didn't like the touring? Someone definitely knows...
He created so many guitar riffs, for the early Lightfoot classics. I started to worship GL, in 1969, when I bought my first LP, "Did She Mention My Name." Now there's an LP right there, that shows the talent of all three guys , but especially the guitar sound of Red. Gord's voice was at its best.
Today I have every Lightfoot recording that a person can buy, plus others, that, well let's just say, Ive been lucky enough to obtain. Plus many video concerts. Television interviews, and what not.
As far as recommending Lightfoot's music, with Red Shea, I presumed is what you would like to have in your CD library. Start from the beginning, would be my best advise.
You can purchased all those early recordings today on CD's , I know because I have them all. The 5 United Artist LP's,
{1} Lightfoot
{2} The Way I Feel
{3} Did She Mention My Name
{4} Back Here On Earth
{5} Sunday Concert.
Then (Sit Down Young Stranger) or {IYCRMM}, Same LP. This album you will hear guitar strings, dangled and jangled, from Red's fingers. Many people have said of Red that he must have an extra finger, on both hands. lol
Sorry for my long letter Marc, hope it will help you choose your next Lightfoot CD...Jesse.
[ August 09, 2006, 08:02: Message edited by: Jesse -Joe ]