Ness, Mike: Cheating At Solitaire (Vinyl)

Mike Ness is most widely known as the frontman for Social Distortion - a garage band that would profoundly impact the American Punk Rock movement. But long before he ever heard the Ramones, the Clash or the Sex Pistols Ness grew up listening to early rock and roll. His solo work represents the full spectrum of all these influences, integrating punk, rockabilly, primitive rock and roll, country and blues while maintaining the energy that typifies Mike Ness.

Cheating At Solitaire, the first solo release from Ness, was originally released in 1999 and has been long out of print on vinyl until this reissue. This 2-LP album incorporates the raw power and social relevance that has always marked Mike Ness’ music, while embracing many of the defining styles in American rock and roll history. Among the guest contributors are Brian Setzer and Bruce Springsteen, and featured cover songs include Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright” and Hank Williams’ “You Win Again.” Bonus track “Company C” is exclusive to the vinyl configuration.

“This album is gold, and is highly recommended.” - Punk News


Tracklist


1. The Devil in Miss Jones
2. Don't Think Twice
3. Misery Loves Company
4. Crime Don't Pay
5. Rest of Our Lives
6. You Win Again
7. Cheating at Solitaire
8. No Man's Friend

LP 2:
1. Charmed Life
2. Dope Fiend Blues
3. Ballad of a Lonely Man
4. I'm in Love with My Car
5. If You Leave Before Me
6. Long Black Veil
7. Send Her Back
8. Company C