"B.L.T." is a collaborative studio album by British rock musicians Jack Bruce and Robin Trower, along with drummer Bill Lordan. Released in 1981, the album name is an acronym for Bruce, Lordan, and Trower. This marked the first collaboration between Bruce and Trower, both former members of Procol Harum albeit at different periods.
The album consists of ten rock songs, five of which were written by Jack Bruce and Pete Brown, known for their collaborations during the Cream era. The remaining five were the result of a joint effort by Bruce and Trower. Despite mixed reviews, the album charted well, reaching 37 on the Billboard 200 and achieving further success in the UK. The creation of "B.L.T." forged a strong musical partnership between Bruce and Trower, leading to two more studio albums together over the subsequent years.
The tracks on the album cover a spectrum of rock sub-genres, with some enjoying significant radio airplay. Notable tracks include "Into Money," which showcases Trower's signature guitar sound, and "No Island Lost," which highlights Bruce's distinctive vocals and writing skills. The album is seen as a significant release in both Bruce and Trower's discographies and an interesting experiment in combining their styles.
