But this was quite the exception for me. I love the Unplugged series and upon first seeing this air, I was pretty awestruck with this performance. The best part is I don't really know the origonal versions except for 'Forever Young' & 'Maggie May' but I like this very much and definitly reccomend it to fans and non fans like.

.."Down That Gasoline Alley Where I Was Born!"..Yes; "Mellow Sounds For Middle Aged Rockers And Their Loyal Fans"; The "MTV-Live & Unplugged" Series spawned quite a few "Stellar Sets" of the 1990's!-{Kudos to Eric Clapton for making it "Okay To Be Mellow" for Mature Rock Stars!}-And with "Unplugged And Seated"; Rod Stewart & Friends "Deliver The Goods" in a most Relaxed & Rewarding Collection!-(We always preferred those Folky; Blusey Outings of Stewart's first two Solo LP's over his Bump & Grind "Disco-Pop" Phases!)-And there is Interesting Interplay here; With Mandolin; Brushed Drums & Bottleneck Guitar by Rod's good "Old Mate" Ron Wood!-"The Mandolin Wind Couldn't Change A Thing!"...by Grimmbo.

His best album

Although this evening does not match Clapton's, Rod more than holds his own. His voice is in fine form, and with the addition of Ronnie Wood & the accoustic setting, Stewart shines as he plays many of his early hits. His cover of Van Morrison's "Have I told you lately" is excellent, and his rendition of the folk standard "Highgate Shuffle" will satisfy even the most jaded. Bottom line, this is $11.99 well spent. Enjoy!

This is Stewart at his best. He's got one powerful voice.