I had seen REO in '96 and I was excited to hear they had a new album coming out. Quickly, I envisioned the Good Ol' REO sound of classic albums like "Tuna", "Nine Lives", and "Hi Infidelity". I couldnt wait to get the new album. However once I listened to "Building the Bridge", I was severely dissappointed. Boy, does this album scream suck! I mean, all the songs mesh together in one bland, adult-oriented pop, lackluster effort. Where are the catchy choruses? Where's the fun? Where's the energy? Where's the signature guitar licks? (Oh yeah, thats right...the energy of the Band died when Gary Richrath and Alan Gratzer left).Im not gonna mention the songs because its just a waste of time. Stick with the classic REO.

Date of delivery, quality of the product and packaging without objections. Price / achievement satisfactory. The album is for the R.E.O. Speedwagon fan must go.

With the best recommendations for the salesclerk.

Günter Meyer

I can honestly say that I loved this CD the first time I heard it. You can tell that Kevin Cronin's heart was in writing this. Great music (guitar work) and Great lyrics. I like all types of music... but if today's generation wants to grow, they need to listen to the talent of the "older" bands. REO has progressed their music to where they want to be. Not to where the industry pushes them. Please listen to this CD and don't try to think of it as a 70's band. Think of it as an inspiring and uplifting group of guys with honesty and clean lyrics. Kevin....KEEP IT UP! Chuck

I think this album is mature and rich. I really enjoy it.

It doesn't rock as hard as their early stuff, and isn't as pop

as their mid stuff. But, the guitar work is fantastic and you

will thoroughly enjoy listening to it. It is adult pop at its best. "After tonight" is one of the best ballads I've heard in a long time.

Building The Bridge is a CD that is one of THE BEST if not THE BEST of REO Speedwagon....a new generation of REO listeners is out there...and waiting to Rock with these songs...if you an REO rocker you'll love "She's Gonna Love Me" & Hey, Wait A Minute...or if you like Ballads, you'll love I Still Love You, Building The Bridge, or After Tonight....REO's music is for all fans of all ages =o)