While Mission of the Crossroad Palms marked a rejuvenation of Steve Forbert's talents, Rocking Horse Head captures the songwriter at a bit of a stand-still.
Though producer Brad Jones has assembled an excellent alternative country backing band, featuring three core members of Wilco, Forbert's songwriting is a bit inconsistent, which makes the record frustrating.
Sonically, it's a tough, committed affair, but there isn't as much substance behind the sound as there should be.