Good Crook, the latest album from Chris Vincent & The Raw Deals is very good indeed. The refreshing strength of Good Crook comes from its streamlined and powerful delivery of raw emotion.

The album showcases Chris Vincent’s intimate, storytelling vocals and slide guitar, alongside the guidance of drummer Johnny Vidacovich and given dimension from Dean Zucchero on bass guitar. Recorded live in studio, the session proudly features only the essentials—voice, slide guitar, drums, and bass–all delivered without extraneous production elements. The result is an authentic recording that speaks and sings directly to the soul. These three musicians, along with the expert mixing and mastering skillsof Jake Eckert, remind us that a commitment to honest songwriting, matched by a bold commitment to brave production values results in an album that captures the essence of live music.