by Cub Koda
Montoya's first solo disc for Alligator finds the former Albert Collins sideman following in the doorsteps of his &godfather& with an album simply top-heavy with fiery guitar work and comfortable vocals. The production from Jim Gaines is as fat as any modern-day blues record has a right to be, and Montoya does not disappoint at any moment along the ride. He tips his hat to his old employer on Collins' &Get Your Business Straight,& but the stronger tunes here come from Coco's own pen, like the closing &Nothing But Love.& A strong and solid effort that also sounds great in the car when you're driving a little faster than the speed limit allows.