It’s a great Jayhawks album, with the band in great form over the course of 11 songs of magnificent alt-country. Reworking of some of the songs Gary Louris, has co-written with other artists, including the Dixie Chicks and two new songs. J ayhawks: Back Roads and Abandoned Hotels There’s joy, love and hope inhabiting these songs, as well as a dose of righteous protest – whether it’s at the materialism of the age or the frightful tweeting of number 45. As much world-music as Americana or blues, this is surely one of Bibb’s best accomplishments. JT Nero and Allison Russell’s vocals and rich harmonies, as usual, meld wondrously, and the song arrangements are innovative and imaginative while, at the same time, warm and inviting.ĭouble album of wonderful songs, brilliantly presented by the blues troubadour. This is simply an outstanding album of classic Americana. A wonderful set of interesting, sometimes obscure covers and lovely originals. In an album produced by Joe Henry, Amy Helm, daughter of late Band drummer Levon gives us ten songs tinged with soul and gospel, featuring uplifting lyrics and beautiful nuanced singing. We’ve grouped them into two sets of ten and then a group of six. That being the case, it’s hard to suggest a best of list. So much wonderful, high quality work by a host of artists in a diversity of styles – variously with country, blues or folk to the fore.
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