The Vegabonds, “V” (Blue Elan Records)-I have to confess that I’ve never come across any of The Vegabonds work before, but this Alabama born and Nashville based outfit have apparently made quite a name for themselves on the U.S.college circuit as well as serving as the opening act for live shows by the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd and the late Gregg Allman. The alternative southern rockers’ latest Blue Elan CD provides an appealing showcase for The Vegabonds’ free flowing and radio friendly sound, with “Everything I Need,” “Partyin’ With Strangers” and “Help Is On The Way” capturing the essence of the quintet’s approach to music-making.