Livin' Country

John Berger, Honolulu, Star Bulletin
Nice touch of everything here...

Product Description
Hawaiian-Popular-Reggae

Livin' Country

Livin' Country,96744

Average customer rating: Best Country CD I've heard in a LONG Time My kind of livin I really enjoy the an underated Craig Morgan Can't stop listening! A must-have for ANY country cd collection!!!

My Kind of Livin' Craig Morgan Manufacturer: Broken Bow ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: I Love It Little Bit of Life Time Well Wasted Doin' Somethin' Right Jason Aldean ASIN: B0007M223Y Release Date: 2005-03-08

Tracks:

1. That's What I Love About Sunday
2. I Got You
3. That's When I'll Believe That You're Gone
4. I'm Country
5. Lotta Man (In That Little Boy)
6. If You Like That
7. Ain't The Way I Wanna Go Out
8. Redneck Yacht Club
9. Rain For the Roses
10. Blame Me
11. Cowboy And Clown
12. In My Neighborhood

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Craig Morgan was seen as just another also-ran with his eponymous first album in 2000, even as there was much about his debut that promised more. Then, when no one was looking, his second album, I Love It, yielded "Almost Home," which garnered a buzz in even the most jaded Nashville circles. Now comes CD number three. An album track, "That's What I Love About Sunday," a soulful melody wedded to a lyric about the joys of a lazy weekend--church, coupon clipping, loving--surprised a lot of folks by grabbing the No. 1 spot on the singles charts for four straight weeks, marking the first time an indie single had done so since the Kendalls' "Heaven's Just a Sin Away" in 1977. Chances are, several songs from this lively CD will follow on the charts, particularly "Blame Me," which finds Brad Paisley and John Conlee joining forces to take credit (hopefully tongue-in-cheek) for country's current popularity. Several tracks ("I'm Country," "Redneck Yacht," and "In My Neighborhood," which references a plastic coon dog as a hood ornament) work the populist theme to death. But Morgan, who wrote 8 out of the 12 cuts, also knows how to deliver a hurtin' ballad ("That's When I'll Believe That You're Gone") and a grateful love song ("I Got You"). Watch this ol' boy finally take his rightful place as a cornbread contender. --Alanna Nash

Customer Reviews:

Best Country CD I've heard in a LONG Time.......2007-05-08

I'll admit it I'm a "rare" country music fan; I like some, dislike most as most have turned into wannabe rock stars ... well ... my sister knows this band and when he came to my town, I got to meet the band, hang out with them and meet Craig.

Then came the concert and all I can say is WOW ... this man is amazing. his voice is awesome, his music is fresh ... and refreshing. He is a man with a country core ... values and faith and I now can't get enough of his music.

Listen to it and I mean REALLY LISTEN to it and you, too will be hooked.

My kind of livin.......2007-02-24

Enjoy the music, and like especially one song on the cd.

I really enjoy the an underated Craig Morgan.......2006-08-20

Craig Morgan's choice of songs is quite good and diverse. He especially is not afraid to include some excellet songs of a spiritual nature.

Can't stop listening!.......2006-01-12

I found out Craig would be performing at a festival I attend every year, and decided to buy this CD in preparation. That was back in September of 2005, and this CD has rarely left my player since! I know all the words by heart and it doesn't matter if I've listened to "Redneck Yacht Club" a thousand times on the radio, it still sounds fresh.

"That's What I Love About Sunday" is a relaxing tune about Sundays, from church services to Sunday afternoon naps. "I'm Country" is my absolute favorite. The chorus is catchy and it is hard not to find yourself singing along to words like "White beans, collard greens, sweet tea, chicken and dumplins"! The serious tracks are well-written, and you can hear the emotion in Craig's voice. "Lotta Man (In that Little Boy)" tells the story of a young boy who seems to be more grown up than other kids his age. The funner songs, like "Redneck Yacht Club", will have you singing along!

A must-have for ANY country cd collection!!!.......2005-10-11

This new cd by Craig Morgan is one of the few new country albums I purchased this year, simply due to the fact that many albums that came out where just not that good. Craig Morgan really has a way that he sings that just makes you think, "Boy, can this guy sing or what?!" The album has that pure country sound that so many country albums seem to be lacking nowadays. There are tearjerkers, slow dance, and just some really fun songs wrapped up in this album. What follows are the song titles which I have rated 1-5, 5 being the best, but this is just one person's opinion, but I think you will find you agree with me after you hear these fabulous songs!!!

1. That's What I Love About Sunday (5)
2. I Got You (3)
3. That's When I'll Believe That You're Gone (4)
4. I'm Country (5)
5. Lotta Man (In That Little Boy) (4)
6. If You Like That (5)
7. Ain't The Way I Wanna Go Out (4)
8. Redneck Yacht Club (4)
9. Rain For the Roses (3)
10. Blame Me (5)
11. Cowboy And Clown (3)
12. In My Neighborhood (5)

Average customer rating: Not a bad cd A real sleeper Great Performances of Louvin Bros songs Great Music GREAT covers of Louvin material!

Livin', Lovin', Losin': Songs of the Louvin Brothers Various Artists Manufacturer: Umvd Labels ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Honky-Tonk | Country | Styles | Music Outlaw & Progressive Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Country | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Traditional | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Appalachian | North America | International | Styles | Music Country Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: When I Stop Dreaming: The Best of The Louvin Brothers Louvin Brothers - 20 All Time Greatest Hits Charlie Louvin The Notorious Cherry Bombs Satan Is Real ASIN: B0000CD5JG Release Date: 2003-09-30

Tracks:

1. Introduction to Ira and Charlie Louvin
2. Cash On The Barrelhead - Joe Nichols/Rhonda Vincent
3. My Baby's Gone - Emmylou Harris/Rodney Crowell
4. How's The World Treating You - James Taylor/Alison Krauss
5. I Can't Keep You In Love With Me - Vince Gill/Terri Clark
6. Must You Throw Dirt In My Face - Merle Haggard/Carl Jackson
7. If I Could Only Win Your Love - Ronnie Dunn/Rebecca Lynn Howard
8. When I Stop Dreaming - Glen Campbell/Leslie Satcher
9. I Wish You Knew - Kathy Louvin/Pamela Brown Hayes
10. New Partner's Waltz - Linda Ronstadt/Carl Jackson
11. Are You Teasing Me - Patty Loveless/Jon Randall
12. I Don't Believe You've Met My Baby - Harley Allan/Dierks Bentley
13. You're Running Wild - Larry Cordle/Carl Jackson/Jerry Salley
14. The Angels Rejoiced - Dolly Parton/Sonya Isaacs
15. Let Us Travel, Travel On - Marty Stuart/Del McCoury
16. Keep Your Eyes On Jesus - Pam Tillis/Johnny Cash with the Jordanaires

Amazon.com

Given their impact on generations of country, country-rock, and bluegrass acts, it's amazing the Louvins haven't had a modern tribute before. Unlike tribute albums that stumble through inconsistent performances and ill-matched material, this one soars, the selections well matched to the paired artists. Joe Nichols and Rhonda Vincent capture "Cash on the Barrelhead's" sassy humor. Emmylou Harris--who spearheaded the Louvin revival--and Rodney Crowell are relaxed on the Louvin hit "My Baby's Gone." Merle Haggard and the album's producer Carl Jackson capture the anguish of "Must You Throw Dirt in My Face." Glen Campbell and Leslie Satcher wring maximum passion from "When I Stop Dreaming." Obscure gospel tunes receive equally stellar treatment. "Keep Your Eyes on Jesus" teams Pam Tillis with Johnny Cash (handling the recitation) and the Jordanaires. Marty Stuart and Del McCoury establish the Louvins' bluegrass ties on "Let Us Travel, Travel On." By seamlessly blending traditional and modern Jackson's created a magnificent tribute that doubles as a fine introduction to the Louvins' earthy, breathtaking majesty. --Rich Kienzle

Customer Reviews:

Not a bad cd.......2007-03-24

As tribute albums go, this one is pretty good. But...did you ever hear a Beatles tribute that was anywhere close to being as good as the Beatles? Same goes here. These are decent performances, but frankly I think they lack the alchemy that made the Louvins' vocal performances so amazing. I was happy to see a tribute to the Louvins because they sure did earn it. But why get this cd when you can get the real thing? And there are so many more good songs done by Charlie and Ira than are captured on this cd, that it would be a shame to stop here. Go get some of their own cds, no way you're gonna regret it.

A real sleeper.......2007-02-03

I discovered this cd by chance and what a find! The vocals (all duets), instrumentation and arrangements are pure and exceptional. In addition to outstanding performances by the recognizable stars I also heard a very talented Carl Jackson for the first time. Especially enjoyable are Emmy Lou Harris/Rodney Crowell, James Taylor/Alison Krause but every cut is great listening. Whether or not you've heard the Louvins' original recordings any true country music fan will appreciate these excellent performances of their timeless songs. A must addition to any traditional country music collection.

Great Performances of Louvin Bros songs.......2007-01-29

The CD features songs made famous by the Louvin Brothers, performed by some of today's greatest country-western singers. These songs have wonderful harmony and entertaining lyrics. If you like two-part harmony and old-fashoned country songs you'll love this CD.

Great Music.......2007-01-12

This CD is a wonderful collection of the Louvin Bros music. The artists have performed these songs with great feeling and I hear a certain pride in their renditions. I'd buy this one any day!!

GREAT covers of Louvin material!.......2006-08-12

I'll just pile on here and echo what everybody else is saying. This is one of the best CDs I've bought in a long time. The matching of singers with material is perfect. The harmony singing is imaginative and spot on. The instrumentation is hot when it needs to be and always appropriate. The differing voices make for a nice variety as you move through the songs. Charlie and Ira would surely be proud of what's been done with their music on this CD.
Now there needs to be a second volume that contains "River of Jordan", "The Christian Life", "You'll Be Rewarded Over There", and other great Louvin gospel numbers. Hopefully, Carl Jackson (the architect of this set) will put that one together soon. Looks like there are plenty of potential buyers out there.

Average customer rating: Rich My current favorite CD Good for some things England think this guy is great! IT'S NOT VERY GOOD...IT KIND OF SUCKS

A Little More Livin' Trent Willmon Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Trent Willmon Rockin' You Tonight Startin' with Me Sinners Like Me If You're Going Through Hell ASIN: B000FJA9VQ Release Date: 2006-06-13

Tracks:

1. Good One Comin' On
2. So Am I
3. On Again Tonight
4. Sometimes I Miss Ya
5. Love Don't Have To Be So Hard
6. Surprise
7. Island
8. Ropin' Pen
9. A Night In The Ground
10. Louisiana Rain
11. Good Horses To Ride

Amazon.com

Trent Willmon's sophomore bolt from the chutes not only bears out the promise of his 2004 debut, but proves him to be a more solid artist than some folks might have thought. The West Texas native cowrote seven of the eleven songs, which draw on his own life as a creek-bank philosopher, real-life cowboy, and father. For that reason, perhaps, Willmon never sounds forced or inauthentic in romancing about Shiner Bock, fishing gear, and an iced down Iglou cooler, or building a Chris LeDoux-like song around the easy camaraderie of a roping pen. He comes across as a man who solidly knows who and what he is, even if it's a jilted lover hoping to revive a dead-end romance ("On Again Tonight"). As a stylist, the traditionalist seldom veers from form, his voice as durable yet as plain as a pair of blue Wranglers. Yet try as he might, he's not really the right singer for his own "Louisiana Rain," a scorchingly passionate R&B song of loneliness and desire. But elsewhere, particularly on the funny cheating song "Surprise," Willmon proves a fine guide to his material, taking great pleasure in life's guilty--and simple--pleasures. --Alanna Nash

Customer Reviews:

Rich.......2007-02-18

This CD has a rich texture; amazing vocals, humor, & blues. - Great guitar rifts. I'm not a big country & western fan, but I make an exception for this artist.

My current favorite CD.......2006-10-08

I loved this CD! I don't think there's a bad song on it, although I especially like On Again Tonight, Love Shouldn't Have to Be So Hard, and Louisiana Rain, which is a *terrific* blues song!. Close on the heels of those three, Sometimes I Miss Ya, The Ropin' Pen, Good Horses to Ride (a great story song, a little reminiscent of some Garth songs). The rest of the songs are close behind - the uptempo Good One Comin' On, and a funny Surprise are good country rockers. This is the CD most likely to be found in my CD player now@

Good for some things.......2006-07-27

The album is good, not great, and definitely not insightful. Trent's voice is kind of all over the place, at times sounding too much like Billy Ray Cyrus and not enough like himself - particularly on ballads which he covered so well his first time out. The first few songs on this album are solid thoughtless rockers that are largely indistinguishable from each other. Mostly the songs on this album are strangely grouped, and not spread out well enough. He's a good enough songwriter, and he does have a sense of humor. What I'm saying here is that while I do enjoy Trent's music, and my voice even sounds a lot like his, this album is not one I would really sit back and listen to to reflect on. For that I'd take Gary Allan's "Tough All Over" or Julie Roberts' "Men and Mascara", or even Brooks & Dunn's "Hillbilly Deluxe". This CD is one that I would pop in at a party, or possibly in the car where I want something upbeat in the background. There aren't very many songs here worth talking about, unfortunately. The album opens good enough, and it closes well with a strong performance on "Louisiana Rain", but it's all pretty standard mainstream-style country. So this album is good for a dance party and it's definitely something you could pull a lot of safe radio singles out of - something to sell and appeal to the mainstream crowd - but this year has seen a league of much better country albums than this one, and Willmon and all other artists have to realize that and step up to the plate with a more solid effort. 3 stars is a strong rating for this disc.

England think this guy is great!.......2006-06-26

I visited the states last year and was lucky enough to spend an evening at the Grand Old Opry. Trent Willmon was on the bill. I liked his singing so much I bought his debut album from the Opry shop and brought it home to the U.K. It has been played constantly since. I sent to Amazon.com for his latest album because it was not available in England. I received it within 1 week and once again it is been played all the time. I love the great lyrics and country feel to his music and can't wait for the next one.

IT'S NOT VERY GOOD...IT KIND OF SUCKS.......2006-06-19

ok i've listened to this album quite a few times and still have yet to find a strong point. i didn't get his first album so i'm not comparing like some reviewers may. "on again tonight" is the reason i bought this album and it's one of the only songs i like on it. some people who really like this cd will say "don't listen to him". or something like that but i'm right. a few of these songs aren't very well written and just trail off. as far as his voice goes, even if he has range, his voice isn't very good. i mean i like his voice on "beer man" and "on again to night" but some of these songs his voice makes sound worse. although some songs are ok none are exactly good. if you don't have the new toby keith, little big town, gary allan, jason aldean, jamey johnson, or brad paisley album(to name a few) get one of those cause ALL of them are much better than this.

don't waste your money on it...i did

Average customer rating: Really good. UGH! THE LAMEST/CORNIEST MUSIC I'VE EVER HEARD! One Of His Best Honky Tonk

A Lot About Livin' (And a Little 'Bout Love) Alan Jackson Manufacturer: Arista ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: Who I Am Everything I Love When Somebody Loves You Drive Don't Rock the Jukebox ASIN: B000002VMR Release Date: 1992-10-09

Tracks:

1. Chattahoochee
2. She's Got The Rhythm (And I Got The Blues)
3. Tonight I Climbed The Wall
4. I Don't Need The Booze (To Get A Buzz On)
5. (Who Says) You Can't Have It All
6. Up To My Ears In Tears
7. Tropical Depression
8. She Likes It Too
9. If It Ain't One Thing (It's You)
10. Mercury Blues

Amazon.com essential recording

Of all the country music artists to break big in the '90s, Alan Jackson best straddles the genre's sense of tradition and its newfound modern sheen. More than any other superstar, the Georgia native clings to the age-old sound of fiddles, steel guitars, and rhythms that shuffle and swing. Still, on his third and his most successful album, Jackson proves how well he can turn traditional sounds into commercially accessible hits. "Chattahoochee" and "She's Got the Rhythm (And I've Got the Blues)" display his flair for bringing bright detail and a casual sense of fun to uptempo tunes. Meanwhile, ballads such as "Tonight I Climbed the Wall" show that he can create heartbreakers equal to those of his heroes, Merle Haggard and George Jones. --Michael McCall

Customer Reviews:

Really good........2006-09-19

I found this album on discount, and I remembered hearing that it was pretty good, plus "Chattahoochee" was a big part of my musical childhood, so I decided to buy it and give it a spin.

Best $6 I ever spent. This album swings, boogies, and even provides a few quiet ballads. Nearly every song is a gem.

I recommend it to anyone who's interested in Alan.

UGH!.......2004-09-02

One more awful country cliche and I would have lost it! Even the song titles are about as predictable and stomach-turning as country can be! I'd give the album another listen just to find it's good points, but why put myself through that?

THE LAMEST/CORNIEST MUSIC I'VE EVER HEARD!.......2004-04-14

GOD..."WAY DOWN YOUNDER ON THE CHATTACHOOCHIE"??? THAT'S THE FUNNIEST THING I HAVE EVER HEARD OF. THIS IS THE WORST COUNTRY MUSIC AROUND! IF YOU LIKE COUNTRY MUSIC LISTEN TO THE ALLMAN BROTHERS! YOU SUCK ALAN JACKSON!

One Of His Best.......2003-04-09

Unlike Garth Brooks and Travis Tritt, Alan Jackson has never had trouble staying within the boundaries of traditional country music. His baritone twang is so authentic that when he sings about settling for a "burger and a grape snowcone," you believe him. This album, Jackson's third, is a seamless collection of tunes which sometimes are lacking a little in substance, but are always entertaining.

A lot of the songs Jackson writes deal with classic country themes. The opening footstomper "Chattahoochie" is a fond look at growing up in the south, while the heart-rending ballad "Tonight I Climb The Walls" evokes memories of vintage George Jones. The lilting island flavor of "Tropical Depression" adds a nice change of pace.

Jackson co-wrote fewer songs than usual (only seven this time around). The other three are among the lighter tunes on the album and provide some balance. "I Don't Need The Booze (To Get A Buzz On)" is an anti-drinking song while "She Likes It Too" was written by two former Jackson collaborators who effectively capture some of his loves (motorcycles, long hair, country music) and make it instantly identifiable with the man. The closer, "Mercury Blues," added some life to the tired car genre has gone on to become a Jackson fan favorite.

Honky Tonk.......2003-01-30

I was really impressed when Alan Jackson came out with "A Lot About Livin'...". Being a fan of the more Honky Tonk sounding bands, this one was right up my alley. Jackson has a great voice, and a good backing band. Sweet and short solos, well-written lyrics, and just plain good ole Country makes up this album.

The album opens with the upbeat song about growing up on the river. "Chattahoochee" is one of the more upbeat songs on the album, and has a little catchy riff and staccato style lyrics. "Mercury Blues" bookends the album with another upbeat song. Like the stereotype of Country, a lot of the songs on this album are about being left by a woman. Songs like "She's Got the Rhythm (and I Got the Blues)" and "(Who Says) You Can't Have It All" are true ballads of the broken heart. "Up To My Ears In Tears" is more of a comical and upbeat version of being dumped, filled with some good guitar work. The song that stands out the best of the album is "Tropical Depression". Again, it's a being dumped song, but everyone was on for this song.

Jackson is good, new Country. He's changed his style some since this album first came out, but it is good nonetheless.

Average customer rating: George in relaxed mood Real country style album Out of 26 albums, this is my favorite Classic Record A strange mix, but a great album

Livin' It Up George Strait Manufacturer: Mca Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Country | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Holding My Own Beyond the Blue Neon #7 Something Special If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin') ASIN: B000002O73 Release Date: 1990-04-25

Tracks:

1. Someone Had To Teach You
2. Heaven Must Be Wondering Where You Are
3. I've Come To Expect It From You
4. Lonesome Rodeo Cowboy
5. When You're A Man On Your Own
6. Drinking Champagne
7. We're Supposed To Do That Now & Then
8. She Loves Me (She Don't Love You)
9. Love Without End, Amen
10. Stranger In My Arms

Customer Reviews:

George in relaxed mood.......2005-05-17

This is in many ways a typical George Strait album of the eighties but it finds George in a particularly relaxed mood - almost as if he's trying to tempt a few Don Williams fans to buy the album.

The album yielded two number one country hits (Love without end amen, I've come to expect it from you), both original songs, and a country top five hit (Drinking Champagne), which was a cover of a song originally recorded by Cal Smith. George recorded two songs (Someone had to teach you, She loves me she don't love you) with his road band. The other tracks including the hits were recorded with studio musicians - however, the album flows seamlessly and if you didn't read the credits (or this review) you probably wouldn't realize that different musicians were used. There are plenty of other wonderful songs here including Lonesome rodeo cowboy, We're supposed to do that now and then, When you're a man on your own and Stranger in my arms.

This is a very enjoyable George Strait album. It probably isn't the place to begin a George Strait collection (unless you're also a Don Williams fan) but it definitely desevves a place in such a collection.

Real country style album.......2001-09-12

Livin it up is a good album by George Strait for the most part. I really think though that the singles are the best songs of the cd and they were wisely chosen. All 3 singles stayed at #1 on the country billboard charts back then for then 5 weeks each. These were some of his biggest singles ever. The other 7 songs are good but are very dry though and alot of the nonsingles are missing emotion. But livin it up is a great record by george.

Out of 26 albums, this is my favorite.......2000-05-30

What can I say? After 10 years in release and 25 other albums, this is still my favorite. When six out of ten songs rate as instant classic, including four non-singles, you know it's a premier collection. Love Without End, Amen nicely summarizes every father's feelings, both in this world and the next. Extra points for using the word "shiner" in a song. A driving beat and reproachful lyrics that aren't too reproachful put I've Come to Expect It over the top. Satisfaction that occurs when a person's dumper becomes a dumpee themselves is conveyed nicely in Someone Had to Teach You, and We're Supposed To Do That recognizes the fact that love isn't always 24 hours of perfection. The other two favorites, Lonesome Rodeo Cowboy and She Loves Me do great with their respective tempos.

Drinking Champagne is perhaps a tad too lethargic for the emotion it wishes to carry, and its message is nearly a sequel to the situation in When You're a Man On Your Own.

An almost-perfect balance of slow and fast tunes is attained, and feeling and attitude are utilized almost perfectly on every song. The bar is raised even higher than usual.

Classic Record.......2000-01-12

This is the first George Strait record I got. I'll never forget when I got it, I listened to it alot, more then alot. Great songs on this record of course classics like Someone Had to Teach You, I've Come To Expect to From You, Lonesome Rodeo Cowboy, Drinking Champane, She's Got Me, Love Without End Amen, and Stranger In My Arms make you want to sing, stomp your feet, and let out the Country feeling HEEHAW...Classic George a MUST GET

A strange mix, but a great album.......1999-12-25

Most Strait albums are so well formulated, and predictable. He knows what works, what the fans want and delivers! This album departs a little from the norm, as did 'Beyond the Blue Neon'. Some of the traditional songs are very melancholy, while the others remind me of what Sinatra would sound like if he made a country recording. This rift in styles makes a strange mix for the album, but it is still good. I like this ' Frank Sinatra side' of George,and he shows his Sinatra influence with sincerity, while still being country thru and through.

Average customer rating: ALABAMA is the best!!!!!!!!! RCA vs. ARISTA version A listening delight for fans Must Have A rich, career spanning box set

Livin' Lovin' Rockin' Rollin': The 25th Anniversary Collection Alabama Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music Cowboy | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Country | Box Sets | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Country | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Songs of Inspiration The Essential Alabama In the Mood: Love Songs Songs of Inspiration, Vol. 2 Precious Memories ASIN: B000AQJRNK Release Date: 2006-01-31

Tracks:

1. My Home's In Alabama (Live)
2. Forty Hour Week (For A Livin')
3. Medley: That Silver Haired Daddy Of Mine/Suppertime/Teach Your Children/Don't It Make You Want To Go Home
4. High Cotton
5. Mountain Music
6. Dixieland Delight (Live)
7. Carolina Mountain Dewe
8. Roll On (Eighteen Wheeler)
9. If You're Gonna Play In Texas (You Gotta Have A Fiddle In The Band) (Live)
10. Christmas In Dixie
11. I Write A Little
12. Song Of The South
13. Pass It On Down
14. Five O'Clock 500
15. Tar Top (Live)
16. Dancin', Shaggin' On The Boulevard

Tracks:

1. Feels So Right
2. Old Flame
3. Lady Down ON Love
4. Very Special Love
5. Close Enough To Perfect
6. Take Me Down
7. Medley: Deep River Woman/When We Make Love
8. Face To Face (Alternate Version)
9. You've Got The Touch
10. You Turn Me On
11. Forever's As Far As I'll Go
12. How Do You Fall In Love
13. I Just Couldn't Say No
14. Too Much Love
15. If I Had You
16. The Woman He Loves
17. God Must Have Spent A Little More Time On You
18. Angels Among Us (Vocal Remix Version)

Tracks:

1. Tennessee River (Live)
2. Vacation (Live)
3. She And I
4. Sad Lookin' Moon
5. Give Me One More Shot
6. Fallin' Again
7. I'm In A Hurry (And Don't Know Why)
8. Can't Keep A Good Man Down
9. If It Ain't Dixie (It Won't Do) (Live)
10. The Cheao Seats
11. Gonna Have A Party (Live)
12. When It All Goes South (Extended Version)
13. Down Home
14. Born Country
15. Ripperly O'Tucke (Demo)
16. Hats Off
17. The Fans

Customer Reviews:

ALABAMA is the best!!!!!!!!!.......2006-06-29

This group was in its heyday when I was in high school. I love listening to all the old songs again! This is a great collection!

RCA vs. ARISTA version.......2006-06-01

Hello to everybody. Someone told me that the ARISTA (anerican) version contains an unreleased track and a live track plus than the RCA (english) version. Someone have more info about?
Many thanks in advance.
Claudio

A listening delight for fans.......2006-04-27

Well, just play me some "Mountain Music." It's been 25 years since Alabama signed its first record deal with RCA, and in celebration RCA/Legacy has released the three-disc box set Alabama: Livin' Lovin' Rockin' Rollin': The 25th Anniversary Collection, covering the Alabama phenomenon.

Unlike 2005's The Essential Alabama set, this collection cherry picks songs from across the years. Plenty of hits are to be had as well as eight previously unreleased tracks. The set comes with a detailed 52-page book with photos, band timeline, track annotations and an essay by Robert Oermann. This set tells about the band's legacy and gives you an understanding of why RIAA named them the "Country Band of the Century."

From the get go, disc 1 captures you with "My Home's In Alabama (Live)," "Forty Hour Week (For A Livin')," an anthem for millions of people, and a seven-plus minute medley of "That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine/Suppertime/Teach Your Children/Don't It Make You Want To Go Home." This is followed by "Mountain Music," which always gets my foot tapping.

Disc 2 starts out with "Feels So Right," a song that millions (me included) slow danced to many times in the '80s. A song that surprised me was Alabama's version of "God Must Have Spent A Little More Time on You," with 'N Sync doing the harmony vocals. Though 'N Sync made the song famous, Alabama added real feeling to it. Granted, they're different music genres, but it's the quintessential Alabama that has been keeping it "real" all these years while America's popular music tastes have varied widely from the artificial sounding '80s, the grunge '90s and whatever it's called today.

Disc 3 just keeps the good music rolling and finishes off with an interesting trio of songs, the story-telling "Ripperly O'Tucke (Demo)," the name dropping "Hats Off" and ending appropriately with "The Fans."

51 songs including almost two dozen number one songs, over half a dozen live/alternate versions, and eight previously unreleased tracks, Livin' Lovin' Rockin' Rollin' is worthy of anyone's music collection.

"We hope you remember, we are just the boys in the band. And what keeps the fires a'burnin,' is always, you the fans." Many fans remember fondly all right. Alas, the band's retirement from the road won't keep fans from looking forward to more recordings.

Must Have.......2006-03-20

This Anniversary album is a must have for anyone who appreciates what country music is all about. The group's timeline and explanation of how each song on the album came to be is great. The pictures provided are awesome and help explain their roots in Ft. Payne, AL and what the "Boys" have accomplished. The mix of songs is great and a few that I'd never heard before. If you don't have it, get it.

Derek Kidd

A rich, career spanning box set.......2006-02-24

In celebration of 25 years since their signing to RCA, the newly formed RCA/Legacy has issued the group's first triple-disc set. In contrast to 2005's two-disc "Essential" set, this collection is more of a full band biography than a straightforward recitation of their chart hits. There are hits to be heard (including nearly two-dozen #1s, seventeen in their original studio incarnation, and a half-dozen in live or alternate versions), but there's also a good helping of cherry-picked album tracks, and eight previously unreleased sides. Together with the richly detailed 52-page book (which includes a lengthy essay by Robert Oermann, track annotations, a band timeline and a generous helping of rare photos), this is a lot more than a triple-CD set, it's a package that tells the band's entire story, including their chronology, live performances, and, as mentioned, a good helping of their incredible string of hits.

Over the course of their 22 years with RCA, Alabama defined what it was to be a successful country music band. In an industry dominated by star singers and their backing players, Alabama looked to both the '70s Southern rock experience (Allmans, et al.) and the twangy style of Nashville to forge a new country identity. Their electric guitars and drums are topped with pure country harmonies, and their songs (both originals and those picked up from others' pens) were down-home. While the rock world was busy with the purposely artificial sounds of new wave throughout the '80s, Alabama kept the guitars and drums burning, particularly in their live performances, and turned out touching ballads with equal ease. Their '90s hits like "I'm in a Hurry (and Don't Know Why)" are prime examples of how modern country could take in pop influences without becoming crossover mush, and latter-day top-20s like "The Cheap Seats" and "Born Country" are filled with warmth.

Those looking to understand Alabama's chart dominance may be better served by last year's two-disc set, but anyone who wants to learn (or relive) the band's whole story would be well-served by this new set. Longtime fans will enjoy the opportunity to recount select album tracks, listen to several well-known hits in live versions (and in the case of "Face to Face," an alternate studio take), and hear unreleased items that include the one-off 1982 live medley of "That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine / Suppertime / Teach Your Children / Don't It Make You Want to Go Home" and the 1973 Randy Owen acoustic demo of "Ripperly O'Tucke." Those who first heard these songs in their original release may find the lack of chronological ordering to be disconcerting, but overall the programming flows smoothly.

This isn't the all-encompassing Alabama box set that will satiate everyone's needs - there are far too many hits missing, or replaced by live versions to be definitive. But as a retelling of the rise and sustained artistry of country music's most successful band - the band that defined success as a country music group - it's a winner. [©2006 redtunictroll at hotmail dot com]

Average customer rating: Another Winner Predictable+Good-sounding music=4 stars Another impressive album "If You Ain't Lovin'" Good offering starts to lose steam at end

If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin') George Strait Manufacturer: Mca Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Country | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Something Special Livin' It Up Beyond the Blue Neon Right or Wrong Holding My Own ASIN: B000002PHF Release Date: 2000-10-24

Tracks:

1. If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')
2. Under These Conditions
3. Baby Blue
4. Don't Mind If I Do
5. Bigger Man Than Me
6. Famous Last Words Of A Fool
7. It's Too Late Now
8. Is It That Time Again
9. Let's Get Down To It
10. Back To Bein' Me

Amazon.com

While not one of his biggest sellers, this 1988 album is a fine representation of George Strait's new-traditionalist sound, which opened the door for the wave of "hat-acts" that took over country music in the early '90s. Tommy Collins's title track is a piece of vintage Bakersfield honky-tonk, while "Under These Conditions" and "Famous Last Words of a Fool" are barstool lamentations worthy of George Jones. Fiddler Johnny Gimble and pianist Floyd Domino lend an authentic Texas dance-hall kick to the Nashville rhythm section. --Rick Mitchell

Customer Reviews:

Another Winner.......2004-04-24

I cannot believe how negative some people are about this CD. The title track is one of George's best songs (Pay close attention to the lyrics), "Baby Blue", "Famous Last Words Of A Fool", and "Bigger Man Than Me" are country classics. "Lets Get Down To It" Is one of his most underrated songs (Perhaps only behind "Angel, Angelina" and "You Got That Ole Redneck Feelin Blue"). Is it as good as "Pure Country", "Something Special", and Beyond The Blue Neon"? No it isn't, but it is a quality CD, that should be a must for George fans.

Predictable+Good-sounding music=4 stars.......2003-08-13

He consistently makes 10 song albums that garner no more than at least 3 radio hits...but that's ok. His predictability is comforting, so is this record, which contained only a few songs I was wild about..."Baby Blue", the title track, and "Famous Last Words of a Fool"..."Back to Bein' Me" is also good, and "Under These Conditions" is so country-sounding, I love it. You really don't need to get this one though, if you just like his hits, pick up the Greatest Hits collections.

Another impressive album.......2001-08-20

Once again on a string of great albums in his career this 1988 release is once again more great music from George Strait. The 3 singles are really good on this one such as If you ain't lovin then you ain't livin, Baby Blue and Famous last words of a fool. Of the unreleased tracks Under these conditions is very good, and so for Bigger man than me,and Back to Bein Me are great songs not to miss. It's to late now another good one. So many good songs here but there are some unfamilar type songs here that may take a few listens to like such as Don't Mind if I do, Lets get down to it,and Is it that time again they are good songs but not Usual George Strait material. Bottom line your creme of the crop song here is Under these conditions.

"If You Ain't Lovin'".......2000-12-15

I think this is one of George's better albums. The 3 singles released from it all went number one, including my all-time favorite "Baby Blue". Also, I like the non-singles as well, especially "Bigger Man Than Me". This CD is a good representation of George at his best.

Good offering starts to lose steam at end.......2000-07-11

This album was the last one from George before the hat act invasion of 1989 took place (Garth, Alan, Clint) and gets by mainly on its singles. The unreleased tracks are not as impressive as George's usually are.

The title track, a classic by Faron Young, is given a great cover and is updated to the eighties' "new traditionalist" sound. Baby Blue has since taken its place as one of his fans' favorite lost love ballads. George sounds as if he's on the verge of tears and is barely holding it together. Famous Last Words carries the same theme, but uses a fresh point-of-view.

Among the unreleased songs, Under These Conditions is the best, a sweeping honky tonk ballad which boasts a lot of heart. Bigger Man and Back to Bein' are also very well done. The album, however, does have three below average songs: Don't Mind, Is It That Time, and Let's Get Down. They lack the usual spit and polish that Strait songs usually boast, and bring down the album from the 5 star level. While the melodies are passable, the lyrics could have used another rewriting on certain phrases and wording.

Average customer rating: The best A very good album... Excellent ! Buy this CD The Best of Old-Time Music!

Livin' Reeltime, Thinkin' Old-Time Reeltime Travelers Manufacturer: Sci Fidelity Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Old-Time Country | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Similar Items: Songs From the Mountain The West Was Burning She Waits for Night Song of the Traveling Daughter Back Roads to Cold Mountain ASIN: B0002234X6 Release Date: 2004-05-11

Tracks:

1. Paddy Won't You Drink Some Cider
2. Bear Creek
3. Hallelujah
4. Maybe The Last Time
5. Ain't Gwine Drink A, No More
6. Kiss Me Quick Papas Coming
7. Little Beard Of Heaven
8. Flippin Jenny
9. Sally Goodin
10. Down The River
11. Elzics Farewell
12. Father Adieu
13. Higher Rock

Album Description

..Since the release of their second CD, Livin' Reeltime, Thinkin' Old-Time the Reeltime Travelers have been taking their music to new destinations and getting a lot of attention along the way. Livin' Reeltime Thinkin' Old-Time is a great mix of original innovate bluegrass material and traditional American old-time folk music. The disc has won shining reviews from, among others, Bluegrass Now and The Old Time Herald and the band has been featured in No Depression, Bluegrass Unlimited and Acoustic Guitar Magazine.

Customer Reviews:

The best.......2006-03-13

This is just simply the best recording ever made by anybody of anything. Buy it. Buy their first album too. Pray for more.

A very good album..........2004-07-24

...but until you've seen fiddler Heidi Andrade furiously clog dance on stage and then pick up her fiddle and blow the roof off the dump, you haven't gotten the full experience of the Reeltime Travellers. Beautiful old-time playing and singing...

Excellent !.......2004-07-07

I just discovered this wonderful group, and have listened to the CD about 4 times this evening. It touches some long-forgotten yearning for real music, the kind that you can feel all through your body, the kind that won't let you hold still. It may be a while before I listen to anything else.

Buy this CD.......2004-05-17

Reeltime Travelers have completely rearranged my musical universe. Anyone who enjoys bluegrass, americana, folk, or traditional music of any kind will love this band and this CD, and will discover a whole new musical world. This band has enormous talent, energy, joy, and some of the most beautiful original tunes and arrangements of traditional old time tunes you will ever hear. Once you start listening you will not stop!

The Best of Old-Time Music!.......2004-05-16

This Reeltime Travelers CD is one for old-time music fans not to miss. This group of young musicians have created one of the most original yet authentic sounding albums of this genre and take old-time to a whole new level. They wow audiences wherever they go with their unique sound. Be sure to visit their website: http://www.reetimetravelers.com for more info about the band.

Average customer rating: No "Beat Up" Album Here What country should sound like Damn Near A Classic Great Album Brilliant hard-edged Texas country

Livin' or Dyin' Jack Ingram Manufacturer: Rising Tide ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: Hey You Electric Young Man Jack Ingram Lonesome Questions ASIN: B000005AZD Release Date: 1997-03-25

Tracks:

1. Nothin' Wrong With That
2. Big Time
3. Ghost Of A Man
4. Flutter
5. Rita Ballou
6. She Does Her Best
7. Dim Lights, Thick Smoke (And Loud, Loud Music)
8. Picture On My Wall
9. That's Not Me
10. Don't You Remember
11. Imitation Of Love
12. Dallas
13. I Can't Leave You
14. Airways Motel

Customer Reviews:

No "Beat Up" Album Here.......2005-09-17

Jack Ingram may be the last true American songman. A Texas Country Legend, Jack is making noise across the nation now as h is popularity continues to grow. This was his first Big release album. With raw and edgy originals, Jack also does an excellen job on a cover song as well as a Duet with the great Jerry Jeff Walker. Jack is one of those artist whom I can listen to all of his material over and over again and never tire of it. Another tremendous effort by Jack.

What country should sound like.......2004-04-22

I bought this cd at my 1st Jack Ingram concert at the Exit/In in
Nashville. Loved this cd from the 1st time I listened to it. All
of Jack's cd's are worth buying. This is my personal
favorite, with Hey You a close 2nd. I find myself never
skipping a track when listening to it, all tracks are great.
As good as the cds are, the live shows are even better.
Jack = Texas Country, Texas Country > CMT Country

Damn Near A Classic.......2002-09-20

I had never heard of Jack Ingram until I saw the video for "That's Not Me" on CMT. Everyone I have played this CD for, country fan or not, really likes it. It is one of those rare CD's
in which almost every song is equally good. It is one of the very few CD's that would my music collection would always feel incomplete without(unlike his last two CD's 'Electric' and 'Hey You'). Listening to it always feels like running into an old friend.
Sad, happy, depressed, or drunk, this CD accomodates whatever mood I am in at the moment. Ingrams' lyrics are biting and poignant. The music is staight up honky tonk. The guitar playing and Jack's voice jump right off the disk. I think 'Airways Motel' is one of the best damn songs I every heard. The rest of the songs ain't too far behind. Easily my favorite single CD by any of the current Texas singer/songwriters. You better get it before it's ungettable.

Great Album.......2002-02-09

this is a truly great album, much better than the fluff country stations play. if your looking for a cool country album, this is it. Dallas and Flutter are my personal favorite songs on here.

Brilliant hard-edged Texas country.......2001-06-02

Following two independent releases, the smoking "Live at Adair's" showed off Ingram's rowdy live set, while hinting at the depth of his songwriting. This major-label debut, produced by Steve Earle and Ray Kennedy, shows why Ingram is one of the hottest talents on Nashville's music row. But "Nashville" he's not. Ingram's Texas-styled honky-tonk has more in common with producer Earle and guest-vocalist Jerry Jeff Walker than with slickly produced top-40. From the opening lyric, "I'm a beat-up Ford, you're a Cadillac," Ingram stakes his claim: rough around the edges and a bit worn-out by the bumps in life's road. At 24, Ingram is an old soul. Strong emotions infuse each lyric, from the anti-love songs "I Can't Leave You" and "Imitation of Love" to the resigned adultery of "Airways Motel." In addition to Jerry Jeff Walker's duet, producer Earle kicks in for a cover of Jimmy Dale Gilmore's "Dallas," while Ingram finds fresh sounds in tunes from Guy Clark and Rose Lee and Joe Maphis.

Mostly recorded live-in-the-studio, the band is focussed and energized. As the previous live release showed, the band smokes on stage. Which is good, because on-stage is where you're most likely to hear them; commercial radio didn't even notice this album. Hopefully record buyers will know better.

With the demise of the Rising Tide label, this and "Live at Adair's" are sadly out-of-print. Well worth hunting down a used copy of each.

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Livin' It Up George Strait Manufacturer: Mca Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music ASIN: B000RPCJIY Release Date: 2007-06-06

Tracks:

1. Someone Had to Teach You
2. Heaven Must Be Wondering Where You Are
3. I've Come to Expect It from You
4. Lonesome Rodeo Cowboy
5. When You're a Man on Your Own
6. Drinking Champagne
7. We're Supposed to Do That Now and Then
8. She Loves Me (She Don't Love You)
9. Love Without End, Amen
10. Stranger in My Arms

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