Passin' Thru (James Gang album)
# Passin' Thru (James Gang album)

Passin' Thru is the fifth studio album by James Gang, released in October 1972, and their final album released on ABC Records (catalog no. ABCX 760). The band moved to Atco Records the next year.

This album is the last James Gang recording featuring guitarist Domenic Troiano, who was replaced by Tommy Bolin.

The scene shown on the album's cover is of the 100 block of East Main Avenue in Bismarck, North Dakota in the 1880s. The large building in the background still stands.

## Critical reception

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic | |
| Christgau's Record Guide | C |

Writing for Allmusic, critic Stephen Thomas Erlewine wrote the album "Passin' Thru didn't hit as hard as its predecessor, but it did provide an effective showcase for Troiano's talents."

## Track listing

All songs by Roy Kenner & Domenic Troiano, except where noted.

* "Ain't Seen Nothing Yet" – 2:59
* "One Way Street" (Domenic Troiano) – 4:36
* "Had Enough" – 3:00
* "Up to Yourself" (Troiano) – 2:43
* "Everybody Needs a Hero" – 6:06
* "Run Run Run" – 3:44
* "Things I Want to Say to You" (Troiano) – 3:41
* "Out of Control" (Troiano) – 3:39
* "Drifting Girl" – 5:09

## Personnel

* Roy Kenner - lead vocals, harmonica, percussion
* Domenic Troiano - guitars, backing vocals
* Dale Peters - bass guitar, backing vocals
* Jim Fox - drums, backing vocals, organ

### Guest musicians

* David Briggs - piano
* Charlie McCoy - harmonica
* Weldon Myrick - pedal steel guitar
* Craig Sapphin - all strings, arrangements
* William D. "Smitty" Smith - piano, organ, harpsichord

## Sales chart performance

| Year | Chart | Position |
| - | - | - |
| 1972 | Billboard 200 | 72 |
| 1972 | Canada | 28 |
