Out of Nowhere is another wonderful selection of
Eaglin-ized oldies ranging from Crescent City chestnuts by
Tommy Ridgley,
Benny Spellman, and
Smiley Lewis to such unexpected fare as
Nappy Brown's "Wella Wella Baby-La,"
the Isleys' "It's Your Thing," and the Falcons' "You're So Fine." Guitarist Anson Funderburgh's band is utilized for backup on half the set; a combo sporting saxophonist Grady Gaines is heard on most of the rest (
Eaglin goes it alone on "Kiss of Fire"). ~ Bill Dahl