[2018-02-02] John Oates With The Good Road Band "Arkansas" (PS)

Charlie · **Joined:** 23 Dec 2014 **Posts:** 14195

Description
John Oates has teamed up with an amazing group of accomplished and rising stars in the Americana music world to bring his new album, Arkansas, to life.

The project originally began as a tribute to Oates’ idol, Mississippi John Hurt. It evolved organically, during a series of Nashville recording sessions, into a unique retrospective collection drawing from a wide range of Oates’ musical influences. Asked about the style and sound of Arkansas, he says, “It’s like dixieland dipped in bluegrass and salted with delta blues.”

The title track is propelled by a driving production that frames evocative images of the mist rising off the mighty Mississippi River and the expansiveness of the cotton fields in American’s heartland. With the essence of roots music at its core, vintage and modern recording techniques are woven throughout the album. A subtle yet unmistakable pop sensibility makes the record a landmark in Oates’ esteemed career.

The sonic glue that holds the project together is called The Good Road Band. The impressive lineup consists of an all star ensemble of amazing Nashville musicians. Their credits include recording and touring with artists like Don Henley, Pretenders, Blake Shelton, Dan Auerbach, Kacey Musgraves, Sam Bush, The Wallflowers, Dolly Parton, Bela Fleck, Florence + the Machine, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Florida Georgia Line, Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, Vince Gill, Jennifer Nettles, and Sarah Jarosz. Their versatility has given this talented group a reputation that attracts even more guest stars wanting to sit in.

Combine that ensemble with Oates’ warm and personal storytelling and you have a one-of-a-kind experience that is authentic and unforgettable.

Tracklist
1. Anytime
2. Arkansas
3. My Creole Belle
4. Pallet Soft And Low
5. Miss The Mississippi And You
6. Stack O Lee
7. That'll Never Happen No More
8. Dig Back Deep
9. Lord Send Me
10. Spike Driver Blues

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077H6W6SW/?tag=imwan-20

Renny · 26 Jun 2006

i have the other 4 oates solo releases, can't say bad things about them, but i can't highly recommend them either.

uneventful, at best.

i'll probably try this one first on spotfy (if its on there) before i would buy it.

Charlie · **Joined:** 23 Dec 2014 **Posts:** 14195

Here's the title track:

Charlie · **Joined:** 23 Dec 2014 **Posts:** 14195

The pre-order price for this CD has been reduced by $3, down to $10.76:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077H6W6SW/?tag=imwan-20

[2018-02-02] John Oates With The Good Road Band "Arkansas" (PS)

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