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Maestro(more) »rank: 496by: Taj Mahal
Our review:Album Description:The mythology of American blues is filled with images of the lone musician standing at the crossroads, caught in that gray area between light and shadow, cutting impossible deals with dark forces, offering up nothing less than his soul as collateral. Composer and multi-instrumentalist Taj Mahal, a two-time GRAMMY® winner and one of the most influential American blues and roots artists of the past half-century, has made no Faustian deals in his long and distinguished career, but he stands at an important crossroads nonetheless. In his never-ending exploration of the complex origins and underpinnings of American music, he has forged ... Detail |
Tennessee Pusher(more) »rank: 566by: Old Crow Medicine Show
Our review:Album Description:Old Crow Medicine Show release in 2008 their third Nettwerk album called Tennessee Pusher. Produced by the legendary Don Was (Bob Dylan, Bonnie Raitt, the Rolling Stones), the album features the first single 'Caroline' along with 11 other Old Crow originals and an American standard called 'Lift Him Up' by Blind Alfred Reed. Having sold over 290K albums, OCMS can attribute much of their success to their relentless touring schedule. Between headlining shows and countless festivals (Bonnaroo, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, New Orleans Jazz Festival, etc), the band lives on the road - they thrive on the communal experience of the ... Detail |
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X (TEN)(more) »rank: 95by: Trace Adkins
Our review:Album Description:Trace Adkins 'X' (TEN) will give fans anything and everything they have always loved about his music over the past 12 years, including the gospel-and bluegrass-sired song and his current hit single 'Muddy Water.' In addition, there are songs like 'Sweet,' which turns a common national expression into a tight and particularized country tune, and 'I Can't Out Run You,' a vocal tour de force about the weight of romantic obsession in which Adkins records a haunting country soul song, in 2008, Sinatra-style. These songs show how both sides of Adkins' music work with a great stylistic co-cooperation: 'Hillbilly Rich' ... Detail |
American Man: Greatest Hits Vol. II(more) »rank: 350by: Trace Adkins
Our review:Album Description:Trace Adkins 'X' (TEN) will give fans anything and everything they have always loved about his music over the past 12 years, including the gospel-and bluegrass-sired song and his current hit single 'Muddy Water.' In addition, there are songs like 'Sweet,' which turns a common national expression into a tight and particularized country tune, and 'I Can't Out Run You,' a vocal tour de force about the weight of romantic obsession in which Adkins records a haunting country soul song, in 2008, Sinatra-style. These songs show how both sides of Adkins' music work with a great stylistic co-cooperation: 'Hillbilly Rich' ... Detail |
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At Folsom Prison Legacy Edition (2CD/1 DVD)(more) »rank: 416by: Johnny Cash
Our review:Album Description:This two CD set deluxe edition of At Folsom Prison includes the DVD Johnny Cash At Folsom Prison, the first documentary film to consider Cash's finest day. Produced by award-winning director Bestor Cram and Cash biographer Michael Streissguth, the documentary follows the country star through the gates of the dark prison to reveal a moment flush with ramifications. Featuring exclusive interviews with those who accompanied Cash at Folsom Prison, friends and family, and inmates who witnessed the show, the documentary examines Cash through the lens of January 13, 1968. New footage filmed inside Folsom Prison. Detail |
Mary Did You Know?: 17 Inspirational Christmas Songs From Today's Top Country Artists(more) »rank: 171by: Various Artists
Our review:Album Description:2007 holiday compilation subtitled: 17 Inspirational Christmas Songs From Today's Top Country Artists. Includes performances from Wynonna & Kenny Rogers, Leann Rimes, Jo Dee Messina, Billy Dean, The Judds, Josh Turner, Lonestar, Diamond Rio, Vince Gill and many others. Curb. Detail |
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Untold Truths(more) »rank: 518by: Kevin Costner & Modern West
Our review:Album Description:Though best known for his acting career, Costner is no stranger to the art of making music and songwriting. The band's history goes back some 20 years when Kevin first met band mate John Coinman in Los Angeles during an acting workshop. The two began playing and writing music together and soon after started a band called 'Roving Boy.' As Kevin's star began to rise, he was unable to devote much time to the band. However, he and some of the band members continued behind-the-scenes playing, writing, and recording anytime they could throughout the years. A few years back the ... Detail |
John Denver - Definitive All-Time Greatest Hits(more) »rank: 388by: John Denver
Our review:Album Description:John Denver has sold over 60 million albums worldwide making him one of the best selling artists of all time. This year marks the 35th anniversary of Denver's first RCA album Rhymes And Reasons and is the 30th anniversary of his recording 'Annie's Song.' In his amazing career, Denver has sold over 60 million records worldwide and is one of the best selling artists in history with 21 Gold, 14 Platinum and seven Multi- Platinum certified albums. His numerous awards and honors include: the Grammy Hall of Fame Award (1997), induction into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame (1996), the People's ... Detail |
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Classic Christmas(more) »rank: 374by: George Strait
Our review:Album Description:'The King of Country Music' George Strait will brighten this year's holiday season with his album, Classic Christmas, to be released October 7. The album's ten traditional holiday songs are Strait's personal favorites and they were recorded with the Texas Troubadour's own country flare. Songs on the CD include the Christmas anthem 'We Three Kings,' the playful 'Up on the Housetop,' and enduring classics such as 'Hark, The Herald Angels Sing,' 'Deck the Halls,' 'O Come, All Ye Faithful,' and 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas,' among others. Detail |
50 Greatest Hits(more) »rank: 489by: Reba McEntire
Our review:Album Description:'The King of Country Music' George Strait will brighten this year's holiday season with his album, Classic Christmas, to be released October 7. The album's ten traditional holiday songs are Strait's personal favorites and they were recorded with the Texas Troubadour's own country flare. Songs on the CD include the Christmas anthem 'We Three Kings,' the playful 'Up on the Housetop,' and enduring classics such as 'Hark, The Herald Angels Sing,' 'Deck the Halls,' 'O Come, All Ye Faithful,' and 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas,' among others. Detail |