Daryl

Cledus T. Judd is the country music version of Weird Al Yankovic.

Honestly, I'm not a fan of vocalist Mike Murphey. Ridin' the Storm Out is one of the better early REO Speedwagon albums and the only one with Mike Murphey that I can stomach. Ridin' the Storm Out and Son of a Poor Man are highlights.

The album made after C.C. left. His playing is sorely missed, but there are a couple of solid songs like Stand and Until You Suffer Some (Fire and Ice). For hardcore fans only, and many of them will be disappointed.

Rockin' early album from REO Speedwagon. The whole album is good with Music Man and Golden Country being my favorites.

Sawyer Brown's sophomore effort from the days that they were remembered for appearing on Star Search. Shakin' is a fun '80s country pop album. Highlights include: Heart Don't Fall Now, Betty's Bein' Bad, Billy Does Your Bull Dog Bite, Lonely Girls and more. Fans who jumped on the band wagon in '90s may not be familiar with Sawyer Brown's older material. This is honestly my favorite Sawyer Brown album.

Live album recorded in St. Louis, Missouri in 2000 while on tour with Styx. Live Plus is REO Speedwagon's full set from the show that has also been released in the Arch Allies, and Extended Versions sets with a few songs omitted. Live Plus features a solid set with many of REO'S biggest hits and concert staples. Besides the usual hits, Music Man, That Ain't Love and Tough Guys made the set. The performances are good and this one of my favorite live albums.