Vicious Things is a wonder of balance and growth. Everything about this record showcases Voo mastering his craft, from the polished songwriting down to one of the best blues mixes I have heard. The guitar work is extraordinary, as is the rest of the band. In particular, Calvin Conway's harp playing is outstanding.
The sound quality of this record is top notch. Voo takes musical equipment and technology seriously; he understands why analog is better than digital. He knows that you can create more emotion and have greater impact by leaving the natural dynamics intact and avoiding the dreaded dynamic compression that crushes the life out of so many recordings these days.
According to the liner notes, the bulk of the album was recorded using tube amps and vintage analog gear. Each song on Vicious Things belongs there; it is a single complete work, a story told to various blues rhythms.