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As a talented black country-singer recording on the heels of Charley Pride's success, Stoney Edwards deserved better than just three minor Top 40 country hits. These disappointing results can be explained away, perhaps, by the inferior songs he often recorded, but more likely Edwards's career was hampered because he never laughed away his blackness the way Pride did. On this solid 20-song set, Edwards--whose voice was similar to Pride's, though a bit more nasal and with plenty of Lefty Frizzell-inspired vibrato--is great when his songs are great: "Blackbird," a No. 41 hit that includes the then-shocking line about "a couple of country niggers," and "Hank and Lefty Raised My Country Soul" remain among the greatest-ever country music singles.
--David Cantwell
Poor Folks Stick Together: The Best of Stoney Edwards,Stoney Edwards,Razor & Tie,Country,Country & Western,Honky Tonk,Pop,Progressive Country,Traditional Country
Average customer rating:
- A forgotten star
- Country music at its best!
- An excellent album by an under-appreciated singer.
- Smack in the middle of the best
- Pure Honky Tonk Singer
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Poor Folks Stick Together: The Best of Stoney Edwards
Stoney Edwards
Manufacturer: Razor & Tie
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B000006OI6
Release Date: 1998-05-19 |
Tracks:
- A Two Dollar Toy
- Poor Folks Stick Together
- The Cute Little Waitress
- Odd-Job Dollar-Bill Man
- The Fishin' Song
- I Bought The Shoes That Just Walked Out On Me
- Good To Have You Home
- Mama's Old Quilt
- Don't Be Angry
- You Can't Call Yourself Country
- She's My Rock
- I Won't Make It Through The Day
- Hank And Lefty Raised My Country Soul
- Honky Tonk Heaven
- I Spent A Week There Last Night
- Jimmie Rodgers Blues
- Jeweldene Turner(The World Needs To Hear You Sing)
- Mississippi You're On My Mind
- Head Bootlegger Man
- Blackbird(Hold Your Head High)
Amazon.com
As a talented black country-singer recording on the heels of Charley Pride's success, Stoney Edwards deserved better than just three minor Top 40 country hits. These disappointing results can be explained away, perhaps, by the inferior songs he often recorded, but more likely Edwards's career was hampered because he never laughed away his blackness the way Pride did. On this solid 20-song set, Edwards--whose voice was similar to Pride's, though a bit more nasal and with plenty of Lefty Frizzell-inspired vibrato--is great when his songs are great: "Blackbird," a No. 41 hit that includes the then-shocking line about "a couple of country niggers," and "Hank and Lefty Raised My Country Soul" remain among the greatest-ever country music singles. --David Cantwell
Customer Reviews:
A forgotten star.......2006-03-19
Here is an underrated country performer, if there ever was one. Stoney had a voice that was just a natural progression from his biggest influence, Lefty Frizzel. Best of all, Stoney was a true, no BS, redneck who let the chips fall where they may. The honesty and experience in his voice is seldom found in music; especially in today's country music. There are 20 fine numbers here, including his biggest hit, "Two Dollar Toy". Also included are: "Jimmie Rodgers Blues", a song that makes Merle Haggard look like a two-bit street performer; "The Fishin Song", a comedic bit in the vein of Roger Miller; "Dont Be Angry", a fine cover of Stonewall Jackson. There's some true, hardcore, no-punches-pulled honky tonkin' here as well, such as "The Cute Little Waitress", "Head Bootlegger Man", and "Honky Tonk Heaven". However, in my opinion, the finest cut is "I Bought The Shoes (That Just Walked Out on Me)". This is a superb album by a superb artist; I dont need to tell you that after listening to this (and other true Country Music) you'll never again waste your time with the plastic dribble coming out of Nashville today. A+
Country music at its best!.......2003-11-25
This album is simply amazing. Pure, true, classic country music. Reminiscent of Merle Haggard, this guy is incredibly talented. Every song was catchy, well-written, and amazingly performed. I get so bored of contemporary country that I hear on the radio, and this is the opposite of that. Some of the songs were so reminiscent of Loretta Lynn's music that I was waiting to hear her voice-- But his voice is also strong and beautiful. I can't believe I hadn't heard more about this guy. Charley Pride is the only Black country artists most people have heard of, which does a real disservice to other country artists who don't fit the stereotype of country music as a genre only played by, and listend to by, white people.
An excellent album by an under-appreciated singer........2003-08-22
Don't let anyone tell you that Stoney Edwards wasn't a fine singer. I have all of his albums and this compilation is a fine tribute and the "Razor and Tie" label deserves praise for releasing it. Stoney cut an "unreleased" album titled "Valley of the Giants" and an unreleased track from that album is included here ("Jimmie Rodgers Blues"). Stoney probably wouldn't be considered "sophisticated" but his singing is down to earth and heartfelt. If you can find the independent CD by Stoney titled "Just For Old Times Sake" buy it too. I have an "unreleased" cut of "She Thinks I Still Care" by Stoney and it equals any other version i have heard. If you like pure country music, you will love Stoney Edwards. I only wish more people knew about his music - this CD is definitely a great introduction.
Smack in the middle of the best.......2003-04-11
Are you moved by the lonesome pine of Hank William's voice? Do you consider it ideal to be listening to George Jones, Johnny Cash, Johnny Horton, or Lefty Frizell when your'e on a camping trip or riding in the ol' truck with the windows rolled down? Do you have a beard? Look no furthur than Stoney Edwards for a late addition to your list of rugged country singers that sang with their hearts. Stoney Edwards, your recognition as a beacon in the hillbilly western music world is long overdue.
Pure Honky Tonk Singer.......2001-11-07
Stoney Edwards was one of the best country singers of the 70's. His song "2 dollar toy" is one of the greatest country songs ever recorded-regardless of what the politically based music charts reflect.Listen to the words of 2 dollar toy and the phrasing he does. It's simply a masterpiece. As far as what one other reviewer said about unprofessional and uneven is totally ridiculous.His songs and singing were no different from Lefty Frizzell,Merle Haggard, George Jones recordings.This is one of my favorite cd's. I'm in the process of trying to get the legendary country station WSM-AM in Nashville to add some of his music to their playlist.If you like pure no holds barred country music- buy this cd.If Alan Jackson would re-record 2 dollar toy he'd have a number one hit on his hands without a doubt.
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