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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful: By This review is from: Freight Train (Audio CD) Prime Cuts: Every Now and Then, Taillights Blue, It's Just That Way
Despite Alan Jackson's denial that there was any enigmatic motive in entitling his 14th album "Freight Train" but it is still an appropriate album title. Just as a freight train is not about speed but about going the long haul, these 12 tracks are not about chasing the latest trends, they are quality songs that are going to be etched into the memories of fans for years and years to come. Just as freight trains hearken back to the days of old-fashioned gait, these paeans belong to the best of traditional honky-tonk country sung in Jackson's most affectionate southern-drawl tenor. If you like steel guitars, soft strumming of the guitar and everything rustic--this is a feast for the ears. Jackson once again delivers 7 solidly self-written cuts, one a co-write with Roger Murrah, and 4 well-chosen covers, one of which coming from Adam Wright (Jackson's own nephew). If there was ever any doubt...Read more 6 of 7 people found the following review helpful: By Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Freight Train (Audio CD) This album is a return to a very classic country sound. Not a lot of rocking, beat heavy tunes. Just good easy listening music that reminds me of Alan's early career. I'm thrilled with it. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: By Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Freight Train (Audio CD) In Spain country music is not very appreciated, but there is people like me that enjoy listening this music.I think Freight Train is a very good record.Alan Jackson back to traditional country with it.My favorite songs are "Every now and then","After 17","Freight Train"....It is a record that I can not stop to listen.If you want listening good country music,don't let pass this in your records collection.From Madrid with love to my friends at Amazon. |