On the heels of "Creek Boy Blues", Clinton Collins and the Creek Boys have just released "Junebug", their sophomore effort as a group. In my opinion, "Creek Boy Blues" would have been hard to beat were it not for the obvious talent and the love these guys have for their craft and each other.

"Junebug" is 14 songs (plus a hidden track) of considerable lyrical depth and infectious melodies. I have some favorites (in no particular order): "Pothole Road", "Resurrection Day" and "When You Gotta Go" are most memorable to me. "Hollow Girl" is one I've heard Clinton do since a day or 2 after he wrote it. Good stuff. "Junebug On A String" and "Revival Night" are also habit-forming.

The Creek Boys (Clinton with Dale Elswick and Randy Fielder) had assistance from family members, too; Nicole Walters (Clinton's daughter), Miranda Fielder, and Elswick kids Jessica and Colby. The harmonies they offer are as taut as only genetics can render.

I strongly recommend going to http://clintoncollins.com to check out this fine album. Pick your own favorites, but beware - you'll want to hear more of the Creek Boys.

Respectfully submitted by Bill E. Payne
http://billpaynemusic.net