Hard luck stories. Everybody's got them or heard them, but it takes a
special mind and wit to share them with the lyrical dexterity and aplomb
that have become the hallmarks (and trademarks) of Ike Reilly's
critically-lauded records. Reilly's a raconteur to be sure, his songs
ache and explode with a gritty realism to which everyone can relate on
some level. His latest solo offering, entitled "Hard Luck Stories" - a
more groove-oriented and melodic album than previous recordings - is a
combination of corroded R & B, furious punk-blues, lounge-pop and
classic rock, all laced with giant choruses. "Hard Luck Stories" once
again establishes Reilly as the premier storyteller, dark humorist and
unique character in rock and roll.