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  1. Audio CD: Release Date 2003-08-19
  2. Publisher: Bloodshot Records
  3. Artist: Wayne Hancock
  4. Sales Rank in Music: #55788

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Wayne "The Train" keeps a-rollin' as the Austin honky-tonk hero struts his stuff in live sessions on his home turf, energizing the dancers and putting a smile on the face of anyone who prefers country music with an old-fashioned kick. The ex-Marine is a hard-core country traditionalist, but his devotion to swing--Western and otherwise--gives his honky-tonk fluidity. Swing Time, produced by Texan Lloyd Maines, makes excellent use of crack guitarists Paul Skelton and Dave Biller, who deftly combine vintage licks with contemporary energy. Steel guitarist Eddie Rivers is equally effective, especially on songs like "Louisiana Blues," "Flatland Boogie," and "Big City Good Time Gal." Still it's Watson's no-nonsense vocals and 21st-century Hank Williams persona that makes the music click. Hancock reprises several songs from previous recordings, adding a quick trip down "Route 66" and an intriguing take on the standard "Summertime." --Michael Point
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4.6 out of 5 stars (8 customer reviews)

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A fun, relaxed live set, August 19, 2003
DJ Joe Sixpack (...in Middle America) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Swing Time (Audio CD)
A great live set recorded down in Austin by hard-country hero Wayne The Train Hancock and his band, featuring Dave Biller on guitar, a bit of trombone tootling by Bob "Texaco" Stafford, and solid, lively backing by all the others. From the album title, I had expected Hancock to indulge his interest in jazz-standards and swing, but I ain't complaining that this is a strait-up country album instead -- not by a longshot! Really, it's amazing to hear anyone playing such as rough and rowdy, yet accomplished and historically aware kinda country these days, and this disc captures the energy and charm of Hancock's live shows pretty well. High points include his new version of "Thunderstorms And Neon Signs," which may actually outdo the original -- overall, another top-notch release! Highly recommended.


6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars very addictive, February 24, 2004
osapientia (Carson, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Swing Time (Audio CD)
I recently disovered the wonders of Accuradio and, in particular, the station TWANG. It is awesome. There are a few CD's that are in heavy rotation other than Johnny Cash or Willie Nelson. This is one of them, and for good reason. It sounds new and old, and Wayne's voice does have an uncanny resemblance to a certain Hank Williams. The music has this quality that you rarely hear of being familiar and completely unique at the same time. Hat's off to the band for making it sound oh so easy. It's toe tapping heaven.


2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Swingtime is Swing'n, December 14, 2004
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This review is from: Swing Time (Audio CD)
Wayne and the band are having a great time with their music and all throughout this record you can hear that the crowd loves it too.

Excellent music, Excellent sound, great drive. It'll get your toes a tapping.

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