Food jokes won't be the ones that most people unfamiliar with the Bacon Brothers will be cracking. Unfortunately, most casual listeners will immediately dismiss this as a novelty item alongside other established actors who have tried to branch out into the music world (Dogstar, anyone?) with mixed results. In this instance, it's a situation where a stellar actor (who seemingly has an infinite connection to everyone in the free universe tracing back to Alexander the Great) and his brother formed...   [ read more ]

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The title Forosoco is derived from the first two letters of each musical genre the Bacon Brothers tackle -- in other words, folk, rock, soul, and country. Kevin Bacon acquits himself far more admirably than most actors who attempt to forge musical careers, sharing the load with his more experienced brother, Michael; guest appearances from the likes of Jon Bon Jovi and Jonathan Edwards also add to the record's mainstream appeal. [In 2003, Forosoco was reissued with live vers...   [ read more ]

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The Bacon Brothers' debut, Forosoco, could have been (and was) seen as a novelty item by some observers, since it featured actor Kevin Bacon and his brother, Michael. That was merely shortsightedness, since it was a solid Americana album. Its sequel, Getting There, is even better, filled with natural musical performances and strong songs. Occasionally, Kevin does sound a little strained in his vocals, but there's true conviction to his performances, and the duo has to be commended for ...   [ read more ]

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