Author: BLACKIE & THE RODEO KINGS
Format: CD
Release Date: 18-09-2012
Details: Blackie and the Rodeo Kings has organically evolved into one of the finest roots-oriented bands in North America, releasing six CDs and remaining one of Canadas greatest musical treasures. Now, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings are proud to announce their upcoming release, an impressive collaboration by the name of Kings and Queens. This release pairs the band with some of their favorite female singers and friendsand some of the biggest names in roots, blues, and jazzRosanne Cash, Emmylou Harris, Pam Tillis, Serena Ryder, Lucinda Williams, Cassandra Wilson, Amy Helm, Janiva Magness, Mary Margaret OHara, Sam Phillips, Sara Watkins, Exene Cervenka, Patti Scialfa, and Holly Cole. Grammy- and Juno Award-winning producer Colin Linden (Bruce Cockburn, Tom Wilson, Stephen Fearing, Colin James) took the helm for the album, and the new recordings have taken the Kings from Nashville to Toronto. The idea for Kings and Queens was hatched in a rental van at the end of a Rodeo Kings tour. Late one night, on a long drive, the band began talking about the various female artists they had worked with over the years. What began with a page torn out of a notebook and a lot of interjections like Hey, what about transformed into a whole album featuring these legendary and iconic female voicesone on each of 14 stellar tracks. Look for Blackie and the Rodeo Kings on tour, and when these Kings hit your town, dont be surprised to see guest appearances by some of the Queens! Deluxe re-release features two new tracks! Features Rosanne Cash, Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Pam Tillis, Exene Cervenka, and more! This release pairs the band with some of their favorite female singers and friendsand some of the biggest names in roots, blues, and jazz! Grammyand Juno Award-winning producer Colin Linden (Bruce Cockburn, Tom Wilson, Stephen Fearing, Colin James) took the helm for the album, and the recordings have taken the Kings from Nashville to Toronto. Look for Blackie & the Rodeo Kings on tour, and when these Kings hit your town, dont be surprised to see guest appearances by some of the Queens! TRACK LISTING: 1. If I Cant Have You 2. Another Free Woman Gets to Walk Away 3. Got You Covered 4. Im Still Lovin You 5. Golden Sorrows 6. Shelter Me 7. My Town Has Moved Away 8. How Come You Treat Me So Bad' 9. Step Away Heart A Mine 10. Brave 11. Made of Love 12. Love Lay Me Down 13. Black Sheep 14. The Big East West 15. Set the World on Fire
UPC: 875531007947
EAN: 0875531007947
Languages: English
Binding: audioCD
Item Condition: New
