As an artistic interpretation of both the highs and lows of the American presidency, as well as the nature of the presidency itself and the mythology of the men who held that office, Of Great and Mortal Men is a fascinating and thought-provoking concept album. Although the album should not be interpreted as a purely objective history – plenty of artistic licenses are taken, which could twist a few wigs (no pun intended) – it’s still an excellent examination of the presidency and, perhaps more, how presidents have shaped both America’s history and the lives of her citizens.
"A sinister cabal of superior writers."
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1 - Bill in Scottsdale
43 banal songs is the most tiring self-absorbed rambling I've heard to date. What will Kiefer, Gerken and Pitcher's pretentious, self-absorbed follow-up be?... 365 songs for each day of the year! Kiefer's ego is only surpassed by his inability to play, sing or write... or possibly his penchant for esoteric monotony. This is the clown that is always slamming Phoenix and Arizona bands that play circles around him, when he can barely even play.