Yes, there were some 'cringing' moments with the background vocals on the Montreux recording (Race, Sundown, Summertime Dream), but there are also a couple of good spots (IYCRMM and High and Dry are wonderful). I think it all comes down to the fact that Gordon's voice has lost a lot of that old ballsy/baritone quality and it could be more difficult to hear his voice stand out exclusively from the others nowadays, IMHO...
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