I Am The Greatest - A House

Here's a record worth listening to. Its got great songs, both tunes and lyrics and its delivered in a way that makes you feel like the band are fairly commited. I once saw them live as a support act and the effect they had on the audience was incredible. They really got the place rocking. Back to the album though. I bought this album many years ago (probably 1993 on the strength of one track, Cotton Pickers, that was part of a Setanta record sampler tape. It was the standout track on the tape but it is overshadowed on the album by at least 6 other tracks, 2 of which might be what you'd call a "classic". Endless Art and I am the ...  Read the complete review

Produced by Edwyn Collins (he of Orange Juice fame) in 1992, 'I Am The Greatest' received much critical acclaim at the time of its release but precious few sales outside of Ireland. Dave Couse, angry man, thinker, live wire and historical paisley shirt wearer was the driving force behind one of the early nineties most neglected bands, A House. I am the Greatest is their best work and proves how the world got in wrong in not embracing them to its bosom. Anybody present at their last gig, where grown men cried, could see the impact they had on those who listened. Sporting more highlights than Nick Kershaw circa 1985, this is an album that is ...  Read the complete review