Milking The Axe Handle is a diverse and eclectic album featuring a collection of tracks from various artists. The album showcases a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, and folk. The tracks are well-produced and showcase the talents of the individual artists.
The album opens with the upbeat and catchy "Can't Stop Now" by The Black Crowes. The song sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its infectious energy and driving rhythm. Other standout tracks include the bluesy "Going Down" by Freddie King, the haunting "Death Letter" by Son House, and the soulful "Crosscut Saw" by Albert King.
One of the strengths of Milking The Axe Handle is the way it showcases lesser-known artists alongside more established names. The album features tracks from artists like John Lee Hooker, who is well-known in blues circles, alongside lesser-known artists like J.B. Hutto and Jimmy Reed.