| 1. Heartland |
| 2. Baby Your Baby |
| 3. I Cross My Heart |
| 4. When Did You Stop Loving Me |
| 5. She Lays It All On The Line |
| 6. Overnight Male |
| 7. Last in Love |
| 8. Thoughts of a Fool |
| 9. King of Broken Hearts |
| 10. Where the Sidewalk Ends |
| 11. Heartland (Main Title Sequence) |
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com essential recording
With the help of producer Tony Brown, George Strait redefined his relationship to the contemporary country mainstream with this 1992 soundtrack album, which became the bestselling single release of his career. In the movie, Strait portrays a country star who walks away from the smoke and mirrors to get back to his down-home roots. The ballad "When Did You Stop Loving Me" is as pure country as it gets in this day and age, while "The King of Broken Hearts" and "Where the Sidewalk Ends" introduced Strait's audience to an exceptionally gifted songwriter named Jim Lauderdale. --Rick Mitchell
something missing. Why the hell was 'Country Song' omitted? It's
probably one of the best songs of this genre ever written. Any
way. I'd still buy this but.....I guess it's about the money.
What would sell the most. Guess I can't blame them. But, damn!
That's a great song! Can't we do something? I still give this one
3 stars.
I would advise them to get into some of his earlier music. If you can't get his other albums, buy Strait out of the Box.
#1 Fan - JavyStrait
The remastering is just awful on the Bustin' Out half. As with much of today's engineering, it is heavily compressed, sacrificing all to achieve more volume. Fuller's wonderful voice becomes mildy distorted and a band with a great clean acoustic/electric sound somehow actually winds up sounding muddy. Any sense of dynamics or nuance is pretty much gone from this mix. It's actually hard to see how this could happen... when a beautiful little quiet reflective vocal in a mellow rocker like Jazzman gets distorted, isn't it a sign that it's gone a little too far?
The remastering on the self-titled half of the CD isn't all that bad. It doesn't quite match up to the original record, but I would never have noticed if the Bustin' Out half wasn't so bad that I compared the other half. Anyway, I really wanted the self titled half so I'll take what I can get and I'm happy for it.
I guess that I just don't understand this current sound engineering compression fad. There is so much more to mixing and mastering than making it as loud as possible. All we really want to do with these 70's reissues is to replace our record collections, and we can all adjust the loudness with the volume knob. But what do we do when the mix has been wrecked?
p.s. pick up the All In Good Time Fuller/PPL CD. It's great to hear them back together and sounding fantastic. Purchase quickly... before it gets remastered!
~~~Also find the reissue of Craig's next 2 albums (with "American Flyer") on the Collector's Choice label, his work with Little Feat on "Let It Roll"/"Representing The Mambo"/"Shake Me Up" and the great new PPL album with Craig - "All In Good Time" (2006).
1. Buffalo Springfield (self-titled)
2. Poco - "Pickin' Up the Pieces"
3. John Stewart - "Cannons In the Rain"
4. Matthew's Southern Comfort - "Later That Same Year"
5. Pure Prairie League (self-titled)
When reviewing an album, it is important to give the reader a glimpse of where your musical tastes lie . . . or the review is somewhat pointless. I am not saying that these are the five best albums ever recorded, but I am saying that these recordings are the ones that had the biggest impact on me personally. I prefer the first Pure Prairie League album over the second, but they are both here for you to listen to and enjoy. I cannot imagine you not liking this CD, as it helped define what is truely great about country rock . . . rough edges and all. So yeah, I think it would definately be worthwhile to saddle-up, ride into the past, open-up those saddlebags, and dust these guys off.
That having been said, let me re-emphasize that this disc does indeed contain two very fine albums. The better of the two is "Bustin' Out", which contains what has to be the group's best known song, "Amie", bookended by the very beautiful, acoustic "Falling In And Out Of Love". My other personal favorite is "Early Morning Riser"-- a great song for cruisin down the highway on a warm sunny day with the windows down. This album is simply great, in my opinion. Their debut album, simply titled "Pure Praire League", is also included and also excellent-- though not quite as polished-- and contains a number of really great songs as well (my personal favorite being the melancholy "Harmony Song").
After those two albums came the very unfortunate departure of Craig Fuller, and the group and their music were never quite the same from that point on. Not genuinely bad, please understand, but definitely not the equal of what you'll hear here. This disc represents this band at its finest, the price is right, and it sounds great too. By all means, pass on the vastly inferior domestic version of "Bustin' Out" and go for this excellent 2-fer import. It's a far better value, and just plain more enjoyable to listen to. And enjoy it you will. If you're a fan of bands like Poco or the Eagles-- or quality country rock in general-- this is a must-have!
INTRODUCTION:
In 1972, there was a new country rock group breaking into the musical mainstream. The Pure Prairie League, a Cincinnati group featuring Craig Lee Fuller, George Ed Powell, Jim Lanham, John David Call, and Jim Caughlan, released their debut album in that year. The band's fusion of country and rock alike didn't take off right away, but it definitely hinted at the band's potential. Following the release of the debut album, Lanham, Cal, and Caughlan left the band, and they recruited replacement drummer William Frank Hinds. The quartet had been shaven down to a trio. On the band's second album, Bustin' Out, released later in 1972, they featured the song Amie - the song that would be their biggest hit, and the one that would often plague the band with a one-hit wonder status. So, how is the group's second album? Is Amie the only noteworthy thing here, or is it full of underrated masterpieces? You're gonna have to keep reading to find out!
OVERVIEW:
The Pure Prairie League released Bustin' Out in 1972. For the band's second album, the group consisted of Craig Lee Fuller on bass, vocals, and guitar, George Ed Powell on guitar and vocals, and William Frank Hinds on drums. This was the first album the band did as a trio - All of the original band members other than Fuller and Powell left. It was the first album Hinds did with the band. Tracklist consists of Jazzman, Angel Number Nine, Leave My Heart Alone, Early Morning Riser, Falling In And Out Of Love, Amie, Boulder Skies, Angel, and Call Me Tell Me.
REVIEW:
I bought this album out of sheer curiosity. Because I loved the song Amie, I was eager to check out some of the other stuff the group did. And I don't like compilations, so the album with Amie seemed like the idea place for me to start. It was hard to know what to expect, but I must say, I was rather impressed by the final result. THIS is the way country rock is supposed to sound! It's rather amazing that the group is only known well for the one song, because every one they serve up here is fantastic. Let's take a look at the tracklist.
-SIDE A-
-Jazzman: The band starts the album with an excellent tune. This is more along the lines of traditional country music than country rock, but that doesn't make it any less excellent. They started things off with a song that beautifully shows off their musical diversity - a smart love. Nice opener.
-Angel Number Nine: On the second track, the band cracks out the electric guitars. The group stays true to country roots on this song, but definitely gives it a country rock edge at the same time. A solid track through and through, and certainly one of the strongest cuts here.
-Leave My Heart Alone: We move onto another excellent track. Although dominantly acoustic, the band does shell out some electric guitar, particularly in the chorus. The acoustic and electric fusion works better than you might think. It's a song well worth checking out.
-Early Morning Riser: This one is straightforward, acoustic-intensive country rock. One frequent comparison I see is people comparing the group to the Eagles, who started out as a country rock band. This song sound a good deal similar to early Eagles, particularly the Desperado period. If you like the early Eagles, you'll like this song.
-SIDE B-
-Falling In And Out Of Love: Slow, melodic, acoustic, and short. This track is really more of an introduction to the song Amie than a full-fledged song on its own. Not a bad song by any means, but definitely more of a companion piece than anything else.
-Amie: And here we have the song that gave the Pure Prairie League what little recognition they have gotten over the years. The country-flavored rock ballad is a true classic, and the song deserves all of the credit it gets. I wish other songs by the band would get similar recognition, but if one of their songs is going to get all the credit, I'm glad it's this one.
-Boulder Skies: An excellent country rock ballad. Taking traditional country elements and lighter, folk rock elements, the song also employs backing orchestral instrumentation. In the end, it stands as one of the finest things this album has to offer its listeners. It should have been a bigger hit!
-Angel: Another slower song, and another good one as well. However, unlike the previous track, this one is more acoustic-intensive, and sticks closer to the traditional country elements. Every song on this album is great in its own way and this one is no exception to the rule.
-Come And Tell Me: We close out the album with another excellent, acoustic-intensive song. Combining acoustic guitars with cymbal-heavy percussion, the results are very good. All in all, the band finishes the album on a high note.
OVERALL:
In the end, the sophomore album from the Pure Prairie League is one of the strongest in their extensive catalogue. The band has many excellent albums, and due to the success of Amie, this is the most popular one of the lot. And why not? It's definitely one of their finest works. If you're a fan of country rock, check these guys out. The Pure Prairie League knew how to do country rock right, and they demonstrate it nine times over on this album. Don't hesitate to check these guys out if you're a country rock fan! Highly recommended!
EDITION NOTES:
This album was only released on CD once, and the version that is available is tough to come by, implying it is no longer in print, or is just in limited quantities these days. It's tough to find, so most likely you'll just have to order it online.
This album is clearly a good companion for a road trip, with moving music made for the highway.
As far as mood music, it's all happy. Despite the sorrows penned in this collection of songs, the overall effect is "I've been hurt but I'm getting over it," never a downer in mood but propelled by the masterful music.
As an acoustic guitarist Fuller is unbeatable, creating lush textures in his softer material (note the interplay of guitars on each channel on "Angel" as they sashay in and out) and masterful leads on "Amie" and "Angel."
Whether or not George Ed Powell's material for this project was up to snuff or not or whether Fuller's domination forced other compositions out, "Leave My Heart Alone" belongs on the album. The guitars are once again playing off each other and make a great track even though the vocals are buried almost to the point of unintelligibility. This song has great slide guitar work. Powell's songwriting prowess, first seen on PPL's first album, would mature later in the group's recorded history. Here he's just along for the ride, and ride is just fine.
"Bustin' Out" never grows old, never sounds dated, and the studio quality is unsurpassed for it's time. Too bad engineer/producer Bob Ringe didn't produce more albums but went back to artist representation with William Morris Agency.
For a variety of reasons, not the least of which was RCA's dismal effort in bringing PPL's first two LP's in 1972 to the public's attention , this music didn't achieve the accolades it so richly deserved until a few years after it's release. Fuller left in early 1973,and PPL caught fire with TWO LANE HIGHWAY, it's first gold LP,in 1975.The first two LP's were reissued and incredibly,Bustin'Out went gold almost three years after it's release.There is no doubt bands like The Eagles took more than a page from PPL's book. On this CD, Fuller surpasses anything done by Henley, Frey , Browne ,or anyone else from that genre you would care to mention. The versatility , complexity and overall depth displayed in his songwriting was unmatched by those who received far more publicity .Much the same can be said for his vocals.Even today,to try and categorize his music on this effort is fruitless; his music transcends a particular genre and it`s timeless.
There is no point in trying to pinpoint which tracks standout; that is strictly personal opinion , a matter of taste. You can read several reviews and find different choices on each one .That is testament to caliber of this CD.
AMIE , with it's lead in FALLING IN AND OUT OF LOVE , needs no introduction. Over 30 years later, the song has a life of it's own , one that shows no signs of slowing down. It's been covered by many covered by some of today's country stars , and is still standard airplay on many radio stations. The song and it's rise to fame is an amazing story in itself. The quick picking , rich , tight harmonies of PPL are flawless and AMIE exemplifies it. A Craig Fuller classic. LEAVE MY HEART ALONE , by George Ed Powell , is an indication of things to come from him. A terrific country rocker, Powell shows here his songwriting and singing would also be a major force in country rock with an uptempo song featuring some great vocals and driving guitar work.
JAZZMAN ( one of two tracks not written by Fuller ) is a slow, easy tune put across in a very effective almost hypnotic , melancholy blues type way. ANGEL also is of the laid back variety but this one takes on an almost haunting , spiritual type aura. That's no surprise, since Fuller originally did it in 1969 on THE ULTIMATE PROPHECY with JD Blackfoot. EARLY MORNING RISER moves along in a more upbeat country rock type mode - wrapping up with a terrific guitar picking session. On BOULDER SKIES , Fuller creates a sense of imagery , with a you-are -there feel ,a part of the story. A superb effort. CALL ME , TELL ME again features some very crafty lyrics in which you are taken through snapshot view of a relationship going bad and ultimately fails. The songs builds throughout both musically and emotionally.In ANGEL # 9 , Fuller unabashedly pushes the emotional envelope to the extent you can't help but feel his anguish. This is a very personal tune to Fuller , dealing with an ongoing situation in his life. He manages to capture his thoughts and emotions in this song in an extremely powerful gut wrenching effort. He doesn`t hold back his feelings , he lets then all out -the confusion , frustration and the anger which clearly turns to rage by the songs end . Incredible. The guitar work is just as explosive , perfectly complimenting the powerful vocals.
Much has been made of how slickly this was produced but the solid music , lyrics and vocals are what this CD is really all about.The pedal steel is quite good, although I do miss the more powerful , imaginative presence of John David Call 's steel which lit things up like nobody else on PPL's debut LP. Fortunately Call's magic would return for the next 4 LP's after Bustin' Out.
Powell would showcase his terrific singing/songwriting on the next 5 LP's, establishing himself as a country rock great in his own right. The versatile , outstanding keyboard work of Mike Connor would become a permanent fixture in the unique sounds of PPL.Drummer Billy Hinds would provide PPL with a strong foundation,driving PPL's sound until the group's end in 1988. Bassist and singer Mike Reilly joined PPL when this was being recorded although he does not appear on it. He would become PPL's frontman,leading PPL to the pinnacle of country rock right into the 80's.
Fuller proved BUSTIN' OUT was no fluke. He would return in 1975 to record two LP's with AMERICAN FLYER ,once again showcasing his superior songwriting/songwriting. These are available now as a two for one and certainly are a must in any collection. He then released an LP, Fuller - Kaz,after Flyer (Kaz was a member of Flyer). In the mid 80's he returned to PPL and released MEMENTOS, his vocals perhaps even stronger than ever. He performed a truly amazing Feat in the late 80's and early 90's when he spearheaded a huge comeback for LITTLE FEAT, who had been missing in action for ten years.Incredibly,and against a very strong bias,Fuller's singing and songwriting brought Feat back from the dead,leading them to their first gold LP in their history , Let It Roll. Like I said in the beginning- Fuller may not have gotten the publicity, but he didn't need it - his music generated the attention.
***EDIT NOTE : PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE IS BACK !!***
They have just released a sensational new CD, ALL IN GOOD TIME. They have received rave reviews on their recent national tour. The band is led by Reilly and Fuller, who are joined by Nashville award winners Fats Kaplin, Curtis Wright and Rick Schell.It's classic PPL-incredible singing and songwriting. It's a must ! Check out their website for details, you'll love this CD !!
like this album.Charley has a very good voice and sound to her music. Even if you
have heard it or not, you will enjoy this CD. Its definitly worth the money for a
music fan.
Charly was a consistent country hit-maker in the early eighties, with such fine songs as Dancing your memory away, Sentimental old you and a superb duet with Mickey Gilley, Paradise tonight, but perhaps the best known song here is Who's cheating who. It was her first country number one and was later covered by Alan Jackson, who took the song back to the country top ten in the mid-nineties.
My favorite here is Men, a song that highlights the dilemma that women face - they like some things about men, but not others - but it does so in a slightly humorous way, so it should not offend anybody. The Forester sisters later did a completely different song titled Men, although it uses some of the same ideas.
As an introduction to Charly's music, this is brilliant. If you are looking for her other hits, you'll have to track down a used copy of Anthology.
It's unfortunate that there are only ten Charly McClain songs available. (Renaissance Records which produced the extraordinary ANTHOLOGY series, folded a couple months ago). PURE COUNTRY contains nine Top Ten hits, "When A Love Ain't Right" just missed, peaking at #11. "Sleepin' With The Radio On" (#4/1981) has a bluesy quality, and might have become a classic (that is, if Sony Music would have kept the SURROUND ME WITH LOVE album in print). "The Very Best Is You (#5/1981) also comes from SURROUND ME WITH LOVE, her first record produced by Norro Wilson. That album produced three of her most recognizable, and first Top Five hits ("Sleepin' With The Radio on", "The Very Best Is You", and "Surround Me With Love"). It's a slow ballad, with the tempo and arrangement of a classic tear-ballad, but the lyrics state that the love is so good, the singer wouldn't want to cheat or jeopardize it. "Men" (#7/1980), from WOMEN GET LONELY is a light song, and pure enjoyment. "Sentimental Ol' You" (#3/1983) is one of the most unique country songs I've ever heard, and I love every second of it. Driven by a rolling honky tonk-flavored piano and fiddle, the lyrics express pure romantic bliss. I first heard "Paradise Tonight" off a Ford tape, after my dad bought a new truck back in the 1980s (I've still got the tape, and I'm still trying to figure out who sings what on it). An addictive duet with Mickey Gilley, "Paradise Tonight" (#1/1983), will have even those who dislike country music singing alone. Her first Top Ten hit, "That's What You Do To Me" (#8/1978) has a laid back, almost bluesy quality. Many of her early hits were written by Bob Morrison, including: "That's What You Do To Me", "When A Love Ain't Right", "Let's Put Our Love In Motion", "I'll Love Away Your Troubles For A While", and "Let Me Be Your Baby". "When A Love Ain't Right" (#11/1979) is structured the same as "That's What You Do To Me", but is a little more intense and the bluesy quality is replaced in favor of a country direct. "Dancing Your Memory Away" (#3/1982), has a traditional country ballad feel, but with upbeat lyrics about a strong main character. "Who's Cheatin' Who (#1/1980) was Charly McClain's first #1 smash, and it sounds better than ever. When you hear "Surround Me With Love" (#5/1981), you'll wonder how people can call a Faith Hill or Shania Twain song romantic. Featuring a gorgeous string arrangement and McClain's extraordinary vocals, "Surround Me With Love" is a song that goes beyond description.
PURE COUNTRY is an ideal introduction to Charly McClain's music (it'd be perfect if it had "Radio Heart" and "You're A Part Of Me"). First choice is ANTHOLOGY, but you haven't experienced country till you've listened to Charly McClain. This is a perfect way to enjoy one of country music's most talented artists.
For sure It's more than great to hear Craig Fuller again, BUT this album Is far away from the good old days. All In Good Time Is nothing else, more or less, than a piece of VERY ordinary modern Texas country. The band is doin a decent job, no question about that, BUT they sounds tired. The lyrics and the musical arrangements are flat. For me the songs just passes by without notice. Nothing of their catchy pedal-steelin high-ridin feelin is left. AND there's nothing wrong with that. Everybody's getting old, and changing style and direction, that's natural.
But, If you new to PPL, buy Pure prairie league/Bustin Out and listen to one of the greatest country-rock acts ever recorded!!!
Now, with the latest, PPL is back and I couldn't be happier. Craig Fuller's "I Sure Do Miss You Now" is one of the best ballads on the album due to the great acoustic guitar work and harmonies. In my humble opinion, there isn't a bad song on the entire album, and it has taken top spot on my short list of favorite CD's in my collection.
Welcome back, Pure Prairie League...
Recently when the first lp was finally re-released (on a single import cd paired with the 2nd album, Bustin' Out) I read about this brand new studio release with Craig returning to the lineup. Trust me, All in Good Time is just like 34 years never happened-- an excellent followup to the first two classics. Having listened to All in Good Time several times over the last few weeks I will just say this: it has exceeded my expectations. I enjoy a number of different styles of rock, jazz, folk, etc. and, frankly, country has been relatively low on my list; so for those who don't always love country, if you like Gram Parsons, Poco, the Dead's more country work, Jayhawks, Son Volt, or Wilco, you'll like this. Just buy it and get the first 2 while you're at it!
And finally, for the skeptical, it does not have that awful overproduced shellacked sound emanating these days from country radio or CMT.
Pure Prairie League was also at a crossroads. Craig Fuller had been gone for a few years, the band's first two LP's, despite some terrific music, failed to generate the enthusiasm it so richly deserved.RCA did a miserable effort promoting them and dropped them when Fuller left.The band, just resigned by RCA, had toured for two years without a contract and built up a strong fan base. New lead guitarist ,singer/songwriter Larry Goshorn was added to the band joining George Ed Powell , John David Call, Mike Reilly ,Mike Connor and Billy Hinds, all of whom had been together for years and were well aware of Goshorn ,who had the reputation of being the premier guitarist in Cincinnati and surrounding areas. He previously recorded with THE SACRED MUSHROOM.
On TWO LANE HIGHWAY , the band draws heavily on it's diversified musical roots: rock ,country, bluegrass and the blues,all superbly fused into one exciting and invigorating sound. PPL's tight , rich harmonies are always present. The musicianship is exceptional on all levels.In addition to Goshorn , George Ed Powell emerges here as a extremely crafty and gifted singer/songwriter after being in Fuller's shadow the first two LP's. Reilly lays down some strong ,imaginative bass lines and also establishes himself as a vocalist , while Hinds shows a versatility and professionalism on the drums that all to often is taken for granted , given the exceptional music here. Connor adds a creative touch on the piano, a forceful rock approach when called upon or seamlessly blending in at times with a much more eloquent touch. He can do it all-and he does it here. Call serves notice , for those who were still unaware after the debut LP, that he is the premier pedal steel man in country rock. Simply amazing, he can almost single handedly turn any song into something truly special.His "twin leads " with Goshorn became a PPL trademark as they scorched their way to success. At times , they almost blended into one ,an approach above and beyond their country rock peers.
Goshorn's addition proved to be a major factor in the extreme change of fortune for PPL. It was make or break time for PPL when they entered the studio in late 1974. This time PPL would not be denied. Goshorn's title cut exemplified what PPL was all about: driving country rock with superb musicianship all the way around. The song generated huge airplay and catapulted PPL into the national spotlight-the LP went to # 24 on Billboard ,no easy task for country rockers,and would be PPL's highest charting LP. Goshorn's title tune and the LP itself provided the spark which rekindled the past and lit up the future for PPL ,as they were now at the forefront of country rock scene where they would remain until they disbanded in the 80`s. Goshorn came up huge, with 5 top flight songs. The title cut , TWO LANE HIGHWAY ,captures you at your first listening and stays with you. In this case it stays 30 years , a classic country rocker. JUST CANT BELIEVE IT ( with Emmy Lou Harris ) found it's way to the country charts , opening another avenue of fans, the vocals superb. HARVEST has a harder edge to it , with Call's steel a driving upbeat force. It's another example of PPL's ability to shift gears and lose nothing while doing it. In KENTUCKY MOONSHINE , Goshorn's love of the blues rings through.Written with Chet Atkins in mind , PPL brings him in for some terrific guitar work. MEMORIES is an easy going ballad sung with passion by Goshorn and is another fine example of the band's tight and appealing musicianship.
Powell's RUNNER AND SISTER'S KEEPER put him up front and center. The secret was out as Powell emerged on this LP. He showcases his penchant for strong , crafty lyrics and proves to be equally adept as a vocalist. Both songs are of the laid back variety , excel musically , and are beautiful productions. GIVE US A RISE has Powell in a more upbeat tempo , as the harmonies ,guitars and steel blend in seamless efforts extremely effectively. PICKIN' TO BEAT THE DEVIL has the band in a rousing bluegrass mode, with Powell's vocals ,Goshorn`s guitar, Connor's piano all ripping it up. Call forsakes the steel on this one, treating us to some fine banjo pickin' in this fast moving ,top notch effort.
This album also unleashed yet another weapon in PPL's vast arsenal: Mike Reilly.The driven ,charismatic leader of PPL since early '73 ( he hired Goshorn and later would bring in an unknown youngster, Vince Gill), Reilly's business acumen was exceeded only by his vocals/musicianship.Like Powell and Goshorn , he also could easily be lead singer in almost any band. His lead and harmony vocals were yet another example of PPL's diversity and originality. On I'LL CHANGE YOUR FLAT TIRE MERLE , Reilly takes his turn on lead vocals and PPL again comes out swinging. A humorous , tongue in cheek tribute to Merle Haggard , PPL gives a wonderful rendition , and again, all band members have their moments. KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN ( PPL's opening at every concert ) blazes from the start and picks up speed. With Reilly again on vocals, Call's steel ,simulating a train whistle , roars right at you and wails throughout the entire song.Unforgettable.Goshorn and Call again forcefully drive their sound home in this one. Hinds has it all going behind the drums, cymbals crashing , providing an opening which grabs you and doesn't let go. Superb. Just another PPL song which demonstrates why these guys rose to the top of the genre.
ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE featured PPL after this release, calling TWO LANE HIGHWAY " a worthy companion to the likes of the Byrds' SWEETHEART OF THE RODEO and other gems of the genre. " Goshorn , Powell and Call were singled out as PPL emerged as a major force in 1975. As stated earlier ,PPL was at the crossroads when they entered the studio to record this album. When they exited, they had put together a classic, not to mention putting to rest the question of whether PPL would succeed without Fuller. The answer was obvious as TWO LANE HIGHWAY become PPL's first gold LP. In the process it also resurrected the first two LP's , pushing BUSTIN' OUT and AMIE onto the charts a few years after their original release.
It takes some special music to do that, and that is exactly what we have here. You can't miss with this classic from PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE. This belongs in your collection.
The Goshorn Brothers, Larry and Tim ( who joined PPL on JUST FLY,departed with Larry then rejoined PPL in the 80's ) are still going strong. They have two excellent CD's out and are starting a third , their guitars, singing and songwriting still blazing the trail they pioneered as members of PPL. Check out their website and their music, it`s well worth the effort.
With the help of producer Tony Brown, George Strait redefined his relationship to the contemporary country mainstream with this 1992 soundtrack album, which became the bestselling single release of his career. In the movie, Strait portrays a country star who walks away from the smoke and mirrors to get back to his down-home roots. The ballad "When Did You Stop Loving Me" is as pure country as it gets in this day and age, while "The King of Broken Hearts" and "Where the Sidewalk Ends" introduced Strait's audience to an exceptionally gifted songwriter named Jim Lauderdale. --Rick Mitchell
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ASIN: B00001O2UA Release Date: 1999-09-28 |
Tracks:
- Tears
- You're Between Me
- It's All On Me
- Woman
- Falling In And Out Of Love
- Amie
- Jazzman
- Early Morning Riser
- Angel #9
- Boulder Skies
- Call Me, Tell Me
- Angel
- She Darked The Sun
- Just Can't Believe It
- Two Lane Highway
- That'll Be The Day
- Goin' Home
Customer Reviews:
Needs Some More Tunes.......2007-05-01
Pure Prarie League.......2006-03-18
Great Music But.........2005-11-11
Truly The Best Of Pure Prairie League.......2005-07-18
Missing something.......2005-05-25
something missing. Why the hell was 'Country Song' omitted? It's
probably one of the best songs of this genre ever written. Any
way. I'd still buy this but.....I guess it's about the money.
What would sell the most. Guess I can't blame them. But, damn!
That's a great song! Can't we do something? I still give this one
3 stars.
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ASIN: B000002OLN Release Date: 1992-09-15 |
Tracks:
- Heartland
- Baby Your Baby
- I Cross My Heart
- When Did You Stop Loving Me
- She Lays It All On The Line
- Overnight Male
- Last In Love
- Thoughts Of A Fool
- The King Of Broken Hearts
- Where The Sidewalk Ends
- Heartland (Main Title Sequence)
Amazon.com essential recording
With the help of producer Tony Brown, George Strait redefined his relationship to the contemporary country mainstream with this 1992 soundtrack album, which became the bestselling single release of his career. In the movie, Strait portrays a country star who walks away from the smoke and mirrors to get back to his down-home roots. The ballad "When Did You Stop Loving Me" is as pure country as it gets in this day and age, while "The King of Broken Hearts" and "Where the Sidewalk Ends" introduced Strait's audience to an exceptionally gifted songwriter named Jim Lauderdale. --Rick MitchellCustomer Reviews:
Worth the Purchase.......2007-02-15
Pure Country - Pure Gold.......2006-11-18
I would advise them to get into some of his earlier music. If you can't get his other albums, buy Strait out of the Box.
#1 Fan - JavyStrait
pure country dvd.......2006-08-04
If you like the movie, and his music, you'll like this CD.......2005-10-26
Strait Then and Now.......2005-02-24
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Pure Prairie League/Bustin' Out
Pure Prairie League Manufacturer: Acadia Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000GPI3OY Release Date: 2006-08-07 |
Tracks:
- Tears
- Take It Before You Go
- You're Between Me
- Woman
- Doc's Tune
- Country Song
- Harmony Song
- It's All on Me
- Jazzman
- Angel No. 9
- Leave My Heart Alone
- Early Morning Riser
- Falling in and out of Love
- Amie
- Boulder Skies
- Angel
- Call Me, Tell Me
Album Details
2006 Issued Digitally Remastered Edition that Combines the Tracks of Two Original LP Classics on to a Single Compact Disc. The First Two Albums from Pure Praire League Are Two of the Best of the Country-rock Era and More Than Match the Artistry of their Contemporaries. Craig Fuller (Who Would Later Replace the Late Lowell George in Little Feat) and George Powell Composed Solid Classic Tracks for These Albums. But it was "Bustin' Out" that Achieved the Band's Biggest Success, with It's Rich Harmonies and the Commercial Acceptance of the Group's Hit "Amie", a Top 30 Chart Hit and Now a Popular Standard for Countless Cover Bands.Customer Reviews:
Great Music - mediocre remastering.......2007-06-17
The remastering is just awful on the Bustin' Out half. As with much of today's engineering, it is heavily compressed, sacrificing all to achieve more volume. Fuller's wonderful voice becomes mildy distorted and a band with a great clean acoustic/electric sound somehow actually winds up sounding muddy. Any sense of dynamics or nuance is pretty much gone from this mix. It's actually hard to see how this could happen... when a beautiful little quiet reflective vocal in a mellow rocker like Jazzman gets distorted, isn't it a sign that it's gone a little too far?
The remastering on the self-titled half of the CD isn't all that bad. It doesn't quite match up to the original record, but I would never have noticed if the Bustin' Out half wasn't so bad that I compared the other half. Anyway, I really wanted the self titled half so I'll take what I can get and I'm happy for it.
I guess that I just don't understand this current sound engineering compression fad. There is so much more to mixing and mastering than making it as loud as possible. All we really want to do with these 70's reissues is to replace our record collections, and we can all adjust the loudness with the volume knob. But what do we do when the mix has been wrecked?
p.s. pick up the All In Good Time Fuller/PPL CD. It's great to hear them back together and sounding fantastic. Purchase quickly... before it gets remastered!
In a "League" of their own..........2007-03-16
Classic Albums - Good Mastering.......2007-02-26
~~~Also find the reissue of Craig's next 2 albums (with "American Flyer") on the Collector's Choice label, his work with Little Feat on "Let It Roll"/"Representing The Mambo"/"Shake Me Up" and the great new PPL album with Craig - "All In Good Time" (2006).
No Horsing Around.......2006-12-30
1. Buffalo Springfield (self-titled)
2. Poco - "Pickin' Up the Pieces"
3. John Stewart - "Cannons In the Rain"
4. Matthew's Southern Comfort - "Later That Same Year"
5. Pure Prairie League (self-titled)
When reviewing an album, it is important to give the reader a glimpse of where your musical tastes lie . . . or the review is somewhat pointless. I am not saying that these are the five best albums ever recorded, but I am saying that these recordings are the ones that had the biggest impact on me personally. I prefer the first Pure Prairie League album over the second, but they are both here for you to listen to and enjoy. I cannot imagine you not liking this CD, as it helped define what is truely great about country rock . . . rough edges and all. So yeah, I think it would definately be worthwhile to saddle-up, ride into the past, open-up those saddlebags, and dust these guys off.
I Beg to differ!.......2006-12-12
That having been said, let me re-emphasize that this disc does indeed contain two very fine albums. The better of the two is "Bustin' Out", which contains what has to be the group's best known song, "Amie", bookended by the very beautiful, acoustic "Falling In And Out Of Love". My other personal favorite is "Early Morning Riser"-- a great song for cruisin down the highway on a warm sunny day with the windows down. This album is simply great, in my opinion. Their debut album, simply titled "Pure Praire League", is also included and also excellent-- though not quite as polished-- and contains a number of really great songs as well (my personal favorite being the melancholy "Harmony Song").
After those two albums came the very unfortunate departure of Craig Fuller, and the group and their music were never quite the same from that point on. Not genuinely bad, please understand, but definitely not the equal of what you'll hear here. This disc represents this band at its finest, the price is right, and it sounds great too. By all means, pass on the vastly inferior domestic version of "Bustin' Out" and go for this excellent 2-fer import. It's a far better value, and just plain more enjoyable to listen to. And enjoy it you will. If you're a fan of bands like Poco or the Eagles-- or quality country rock in general-- this is a must-have!
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ASIN: B000002W6U Release Date: 1990-10-25 |
Tracks:
- Jazzman
- Angel #9
- Leave My Heart Alone
- Early Morning Riser
- Falling In And Out Of Love
- Amie
- Boulder Skies
- Angel
- Call Me, Tell Me
Customer Reviews:
Pure Country-Rock Perfection!.......2006-11-10
Sets the standard for country rock.......2005-12-11
INTRODUCTION:
In 1972, there was a new country rock group breaking into the musical mainstream. The Pure Prairie League, a Cincinnati group featuring Craig Lee Fuller, George Ed Powell, Jim Lanham, John David Call, and Jim Caughlan, released their debut album in that year. The band's fusion of country and rock alike didn't take off right away, but it definitely hinted at the band's potential. Following the release of the debut album, Lanham, Cal, and Caughlan left the band, and they recruited replacement drummer William Frank Hinds. The quartet had been shaven down to a trio. On the band's second album, Bustin' Out, released later in 1972, they featured the song Amie - the song that would be their biggest hit, and the one that would often plague the band with a one-hit wonder status. So, how is the group's second album? Is Amie the only noteworthy thing here, or is it full of underrated masterpieces? You're gonna have to keep reading to find out!
OVERVIEW:
The Pure Prairie League released Bustin' Out in 1972. For the band's second album, the group consisted of Craig Lee Fuller on bass, vocals, and guitar, George Ed Powell on guitar and vocals, and William Frank Hinds on drums. This was the first album the band did as a trio - All of the original band members other than Fuller and Powell left. It was the first album Hinds did with the band. Tracklist consists of Jazzman, Angel Number Nine, Leave My Heart Alone, Early Morning Riser, Falling In And Out Of Love, Amie, Boulder Skies, Angel, and Call Me Tell Me.
REVIEW:
I bought this album out of sheer curiosity. Because I loved the song Amie, I was eager to check out some of the other stuff the group did. And I don't like compilations, so the album with Amie seemed like the idea place for me to start. It was hard to know what to expect, but I must say, I was rather impressed by the final result. THIS is the way country rock is supposed to sound! It's rather amazing that the group is only known well for the one song, because every one they serve up here is fantastic. Let's take a look at the tracklist.
-SIDE A-
-Jazzman: The band starts the album with an excellent tune. This is more along the lines of traditional country music than country rock, but that doesn't make it any less excellent. They started things off with a song that beautifully shows off their musical diversity - a smart love. Nice opener.
-Angel Number Nine: On the second track, the band cracks out the electric guitars. The group stays true to country roots on this song, but definitely gives it a country rock edge at the same time. A solid track through and through, and certainly one of the strongest cuts here.
-Leave My Heart Alone: We move onto another excellent track. Although dominantly acoustic, the band does shell out some electric guitar, particularly in the chorus. The acoustic and electric fusion works better than you might think. It's a song well worth checking out.
-Early Morning Riser: This one is straightforward, acoustic-intensive country rock. One frequent comparison I see is people comparing the group to the Eagles, who started out as a country rock band. This song sound a good deal similar to early Eagles, particularly the Desperado period. If you like the early Eagles, you'll like this song.
-SIDE B-
-Falling In And Out Of Love: Slow, melodic, acoustic, and short. This track is really more of an introduction to the song Amie than a full-fledged song on its own. Not a bad song by any means, but definitely more of a companion piece than anything else.
-Amie: And here we have the song that gave the Pure Prairie League what little recognition they have gotten over the years. The country-flavored rock ballad is a true classic, and the song deserves all of the credit it gets. I wish other songs by the band would get similar recognition, but if one of their songs is going to get all the credit, I'm glad it's this one.
-Boulder Skies: An excellent country rock ballad. Taking traditional country elements and lighter, folk rock elements, the song also employs backing orchestral instrumentation. In the end, it stands as one of the finest things this album has to offer its listeners. It should have been a bigger hit!
-Angel: Another slower song, and another good one as well. However, unlike the previous track, this one is more acoustic-intensive, and sticks closer to the traditional country elements. Every song on this album is great in its own way and this one is no exception to the rule.
-Come And Tell Me: We close out the album with another excellent, acoustic-intensive song. Combining acoustic guitars with cymbal-heavy percussion, the results are very good. All in all, the band finishes the album on a high note.
OVERALL:
In the end, the sophomore album from the Pure Prairie League is one of the strongest in their extensive catalogue. The band has many excellent albums, and due to the success of Amie, this is the most popular one of the lot. And why not? It's definitely one of their finest works. If you're a fan of country rock, check these guys out. The Pure Prairie League knew how to do country rock right, and they demonstrate it nine times over on this album. Don't hesitate to check these guys out if you're a country rock fan! Highly recommended!
EDITION NOTES:
This album was only released on CD once, and the version that is available is tough to come by, implying it is no longer in print, or is just in limited quantities these days. It's tough to find, so most likely you'll just have to order it online.
Craig Fuller's Masterpiece.......2005-08-15
This album is clearly a good companion for a road trip, with moving music made for the highway.
As far as mood music, it's all happy. Despite the sorrows penned in this collection of songs, the overall effect is "I've been hurt but I'm getting over it," never a downer in mood but propelled by the masterful music.
As an acoustic guitarist Fuller is unbeatable, creating lush textures in his softer material (note the interplay of guitars on each channel on "Angel" as they sashay in and out) and masterful leads on "Amie" and "Angel."
Whether or not George Ed Powell's material for this project was up to snuff or not or whether Fuller's domination forced other compositions out, "Leave My Heart Alone" belongs on the album. The guitars are once again playing off each other and make a great track even though the vocals are buried almost to the point of unintelligibility. This song has great slide guitar work. Powell's songwriting prowess, first seen on PPL's first album, would mature later in the group's recorded history. Here he's just along for the ride, and ride is just fine.
"Bustin' Out" never grows old, never sounds dated, and the studio quality is unsurpassed for it's time. Too bad engineer/producer Bob Ringe didn't produce more albums but went back to artist representation with William Morris Agency.
Bustin Out is absolutely AWESOME!!!!!! .......2005-05-06
The Beginning Of A Legend.......2005-02-25
For a variety of reasons, not the least of which was RCA's dismal effort in bringing PPL's first two LP's in 1972 to the public's attention , this music didn't achieve the accolades it so richly deserved until a few years after it's release. Fuller left in early 1973,and PPL caught fire with TWO LANE HIGHWAY, it's first gold LP,in 1975.The first two LP's were reissued and incredibly,Bustin'Out went gold almost three years after it's release.There is no doubt bands like The Eagles took more than a page from PPL's book. On this CD, Fuller surpasses anything done by Henley, Frey , Browne ,or anyone else from that genre you would care to mention. The versatility , complexity and overall depth displayed in his songwriting was unmatched by those who received far more publicity .Much the same can be said for his vocals.Even today,to try and categorize his music on this effort is fruitless; his music transcends a particular genre and it`s timeless.
There is no point in trying to pinpoint which tracks standout; that is strictly personal opinion , a matter of taste. You can read several reviews and find different choices on each one .That is testament to caliber of this CD.
AMIE , with it's lead in FALLING IN AND OUT OF LOVE , needs no introduction. Over 30 years later, the song has a life of it's own , one that shows no signs of slowing down. It's been covered by many covered by some of today's country stars , and is still standard airplay on many radio stations. The song and it's rise to fame is an amazing story in itself. The quick picking , rich , tight harmonies of PPL are flawless and AMIE exemplifies it. A Craig Fuller classic. LEAVE MY HEART ALONE , by George Ed Powell , is an indication of things to come from him. A terrific country rocker, Powell shows here his songwriting and singing would also be a major force in country rock with an uptempo song featuring some great vocals and driving guitar work.
JAZZMAN ( one of two tracks not written by Fuller ) is a slow, easy tune put across in a very effective almost hypnotic , melancholy blues type way. ANGEL also is of the laid back variety but this one takes on an almost haunting , spiritual type aura. That's no surprise, since Fuller originally did it in 1969 on THE ULTIMATE PROPHECY with JD Blackfoot. EARLY MORNING RISER moves along in a more upbeat country rock type mode - wrapping up with a terrific guitar picking session. On BOULDER SKIES , Fuller creates a sense of imagery , with a you-are -there feel ,a part of the story. A superb effort. CALL ME , TELL ME again features some very crafty lyrics in which you are taken through snapshot view of a relationship going bad and ultimately fails. The songs builds throughout both musically and emotionally.In ANGEL # 9 , Fuller unabashedly pushes the emotional envelope to the extent you can't help but feel his anguish. This is a very personal tune to Fuller , dealing with an ongoing situation in his life. He manages to capture his thoughts and emotions in this song in an extremely powerful gut wrenching effort. He doesn`t hold back his feelings , he lets then all out -the confusion , frustration and the anger which clearly turns to rage by the songs end . Incredible. The guitar work is just as explosive , perfectly complimenting the powerful vocals.
Much has been made of how slickly this was produced but the solid music , lyrics and vocals are what this CD is really all about.The pedal steel is quite good, although I do miss the more powerful , imaginative presence of John David Call 's steel which lit things up like nobody else on PPL's debut LP. Fortunately Call's magic would return for the next 4 LP's after Bustin' Out.
Powell would showcase his terrific singing/songwriting on the next 5 LP's, establishing himself as a country rock great in his own right. The versatile , outstanding keyboard work of Mike Connor would become a permanent fixture in the unique sounds of PPL.Drummer Billy Hinds would provide PPL with a strong foundation,driving PPL's sound until the group's end in 1988. Bassist and singer Mike Reilly joined PPL when this was being recorded although he does not appear on it. He would become PPL's frontman,leading PPL to the pinnacle of country rock right into the 80's.
Fuller proved BUSTIN' OUT was no fluke. He would return in 1975 to record two LP's with AMERICAN FLYER ,once again showcasing his superior songwriting/songwriting. These are available now as a two for one and certainly are a must in any collection. He then released an LP, Fuller - Kaz,after Flyer (Kaz was a member of Flyer). In the mid 80's he returned to PPL and released MEMENTOS, his vocals perhaps even stronger than ever. He performed a truly amazing Feat in the late 80's and early 90's when he spearheaded a huge comeback for LITTLE FEAT, who had been missing in action for ten years.Incredibly,and against a very strong bias,Fuller's singing and songwriting brought Feat back from the dead,leading them to their first gold LP in their history , Let It Roll. Like I said in the beginning- Fuller may not have gotten the publicity, but he didn't need it - his music generated the attention.
***EDIT NOTE : PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE IS BACK !!***
They have just released a sensational new CD, ALL IN GOOD TIME. They have received rave reviews on their recent national tour. The band is led by Reilly and Fuller, who are joined by Nashville award winners Fats Kaplin, Curtis Wright and Rick Schell.It's classic PPL-incredible singing and songwriting. It's a must ! Check out their website for details, you'll love this CD !!
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Pure Country Classics: The #1 Hits
Cal Smith , Leroy Van Dyke , and Tennessee Ernie Ford Manufacturer: Utv Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B00008BRE5 Release Date: 2003-02-25 |
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- Sixteen Tons - Tennessee Ernie Ford
- King of the Road - Roger Miller
- Young Love- Sonny James
- Walk On By - Leroy Van Dyke
- Coal Miner's Daughter- Loretta Lynn
- Big Bad John - Jimmy Dean
- White Lightening - George Jones
- In The Jailhouse Now- Webb Pierce
- Saginaw, Michigan - Lefty Frizzell
- It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels - Kitty Wells
- Good Hearted Woman- Waylon Jennings & Willie Nelson
- Kiss An Angel Good Morning- Charley Pride
- Make The World Go Away - Eddy Arnold
- Still - Bill Anderson
- I Will Always Love You - Dolly Parton
- For The Good Times - Roy Price
- Country Bumpkin - Cal Smith
- Hello Walls - Faron Young
- I Fall To Pieces - Patsy Cline
- He'll Have To Go - Jim Reeves
- Gone - Ferlin Husky
- Hello Darlin' - Conway Twitty
- Lovesick Blues - Hank Williams
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Pure Country
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ASIN: B00000AE9N Release Date: 2001-01-01 |
Tracks:
- Sleepin' With The Radio On
- The Very Best Is You
- Men
- Sentimental Ol' You
- Paradise Tonight
- That's What You Do To Me
- When A Love Ain't Right
- Dancing Your Memory Away
- Who's Cheatin' Who
- Surround Me With Love
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Very good classic country music.......2007-03-17
like this album.Charley has a very good voice and sound to her music. Even if you
have heard it or not, you will enjoy this CD. Its definitly worth the money for a
music fan.
Classy pop country singer.......2004-10-12
Charly was a consistent country hit-maker in the early eighties, with such fine songs as Dancing your memory away, Sentimental old you and a superb duet with Mickey Gilley, Paradise tonight, but perhaps the best known song here is Who's cheating who. It was her first country number one and was later covered by Alan Jackson, who took the song back to the country top ten in the mid-nineties.
My favorite here is Men, a song that highlights the dilemma that women face - they like some things about men, but not others - but it does so in a slightly humorous way, so it should not offend anybody. The Forester sisters later did a completely different song titled Men, although it uses some of the same ideas.
As an introduction to Charly's music, this is brilliant. If you are looking for her other hits, you'll have to track down a used copy of Anthology.
Country Isn't Country Without Charly McClain.......2002-07-02
It's unfortunate that there are only ten Charly McClain songs available. (Renaissance Records which produced the extraordinary ANTHOLOGY series, folded a couple months ago). PURE COUNTRY contains nine Top Ten hits, "When A Love Ain't Right" just missed, peaking at #11. "Sleepin' With The Radio On" (#4/1981) has a bluesy quality, and might have become a classic (that is, if Sony Music would have kept the SURROUND ME WITH LOVE album in print). "The Very Best Is You (#5/1981) also comes from SURROUND ME WITH LOVE, her first record produced by Norro Wilson. That album produced three of her most recognizable, and first Top Five hits ("Sleepin' With The Radio on", "The Very Best Is You", and "Surround Me With Love"). It's a slow ballad, with the tempo and arrangement of a classic tear-ballad, but the lyrics state that the love is so good, the singer wouldn't want to cheat or jeopardize it. "Men" (#7/1980), from WOMEN GET LONELY is a light song, and pure enjoyment. "Sentimental Ol' You" (#3/1983) is one of the most unique country songs I've ever heard, and I love every second of it. Driven by a rolling honky tonk-flavored piano and fiddle, the lyrics express pure romantic bliss. I first heard "Paradise Tonight" off a Ford tape, after my dad bought a new truck back in the 1980s (I've still got the tape, and I'm still trying to figure out who sings what on it). An addictive duet with Mickey Gilley, "Paradise Tonight" (#1/1983), will have even those who dislike country music singing alone. Her first Top Ten hit, "That's What You Do To Me" (#8/1978) has a laid back, almost bluesy quality. Many of her early hits were written by Bob Morrison, including: "That's What You Do To Me", "When A Love Ain't Right", "Let's Put Our Love In Motion", "I'll Love Away Your Troubles For A While", and "Let Me Be Your Baby". "When A Love Ain't Right" (#11/1979) is structured the same as "That's What You Do To Me", but is a little more intense and the bluesy quality is replaced in favor of a country direct. "Dancing Your Memory Away" (#3/1982), has a traditional country ballad feel, but with upbeat lyrics about a strong main character. "Who's Cheatin' Who (#1/1980) was Charly McClain's first #1 smash, and it sounds better than ever. When you hear "Surround Me With Love" (#5/1981), you'll wonder how people can call a Faith Hill or Shania Twain song romantic. Featuring a gorgeous string arrangement and McClain's extraordinary vocals, "Surround Me With Love" is a song that goes beyond description.
PURE COUNTRY is an ideal introduction to Charly McClain's music (it'd be perfect if it had "Radio Heart" and "You're A Part Of Me"). First choice is ANTHOLOGY, but you haven't experienced country till you've listened to Charly McClain. This is a perfect way to enjoy one of country music's most talented artists.
CHARLY MCCLAIN'S DISCOGRAPHY
I don't know how useful it'll be here, but just look at how much music we're being cheated out of by not having Charly McClain's albums available on CD. This is a full discography; only one album, indicated by (*), is currently available on CD.
HERE'S CHARLY MCCLAIN (1977)
LET ME BE YOUR BABY (1978)
ALONE TOO LONG (1979)
WOMEN GET LONELY (1980)
WHO'S CHEATIN' WHO (1980)
SURROUND ME WITH LOVE (1981)
ENCORE (1981) Compilation
TOO GOOD TO HURRY (1982)
GREATEST HITS (1982) Compilation
PARADISE (1983)
THE WOMEN IN ME (1983)
IT TAKES BELIEVERS (1984) with Mickey Gilley
CHARLY (1984)
RADIO HEART (1985)
BIGGEST HITS (1985) Compilation
WHEN LOVE IS RIGHT (1986) with Wayne Massey
TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY (1987) Compilation
STILL I STAY (1987)
IN TOUCH WITH LOVE (1987) Compilation
CHARLY MCCLAIN (1988) Manufactured by Mercury Records
PORTFOLIO (1991) Compilation
PURE COUNTRY* (1998) Compilation
ANTHOLOGY (1999) Compilation/Maufactured by Renaissance
Hits home!!.......1999-04-19
collection from the most overlooked artist in country music.......1998-12-02
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All in Good Time
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ASIN: B000FP2ZUI Release Date: 2006-06-27 |
Tracks:
- Getting Over You
- I Sure Do Miss You Now
- Dont Go Confessing Your Love
- Walking In My Sleep
- Nothing Like The Lonely
- Here Tomorrow, Gone Today
- Meant To Be
- That Changes Everything Again
- One Of Those Things
- Cajun Girl
- The Cost Of Doing Business
- If You Could Say What Im Thinking
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Though Pure Prairie League's sound hasn't appreciably changed since the heartland band's 1970s heyday, what was then classified as country-rock now sounds like mainstream country. With a breezy blend of acoustic and electric guitars, midtempo melodies, and soaring harmonies, songs such as "Walking in My Sleep," "Meant to Be," and "That Changes Everything Again" are instantly recognizable as the same band that broke big with "Amie." For the band's first album in more than a decade, founding frontman Craig Fuller returns to the helm, cowriting most of the material and providing vocals that are both luminous and soulful. On "Nothing Like the Lonely," the bluesy slide guitar, Cajun accordion, and vocal counterpoint from Jonell Mosser recall Fuller's stint in Little Feat (as does his dip into that band's catalog for "Cajun Girl"). Yet the guitar twang of Fuller and Curtis Wright, along with the steel guitar, fiddle, and other instrumentation from Fats Kaplin, puts most of the arrangements in the country camp. --Don McLeeseCustomer Reviews:
Not bad, but..........2007-02-10
For sure It's more than great to hear Craig Fuller again, BUT this album Is far away from the good old days. All In Good Time Is nothing else, more or less, than a piece of VERY ordinary modern Texas country. The band is doin a decent job, no question about that, BUT they sounds tired. The lyrics and the musical arrangements are flat. For me the songs just passes by without notice. Nothing of their catchy pedal-steelin high-ridin feelin is left. AND there's nothing wrong with that. Everybody's getting old, and changing style and direction, that's natural.
But, If you new to PPL, buy Pure prairie league/Bustin Out and listen to one of the greatest country-rock acts ever recorded!!!
Interesting.......2007-01-15
ALL IN GOOD TIME, PURE PRARIE LEAGUE.......2007-01-03
The League is back and better than ever!.......2006-12-28
Now, with the latest, PPL is back and I couldn't be happier. Craig Fuller's "I Sure Do Miss You Now" is one of the best ballads on the album due to the great acoustic guitar work and harmonies. In my humble opinion, there isn't a bad song on the entire album, and it has taken top spot on my short list of favorite CD's in my collection.
Welcome back, Pure Prairie League...
Though 34 years late, it's almost too good to be true...4.5 stars.......2006-09-27
Recently when the first lp was finally re-released (on a single import cd paired with the 2nd album, Bustin' Out) I read about this brand new studio release with Craig returning to the lineup. Trust me, All in Good Time is just like 34 years never happened-- an excellent followup to the first two classics. Having listened to All in Good Time several times over the last few weeks I will just say this: it has exceeded my expectations. I enjoy a number of different styles of rock, jazz, folk, etc. and, frankly, country has been relatively low on my list; so for those who don't always love country, if you like Gram Parsons, Poco, the Dead's more country work, Jayhawks, Son Volt, or Wilco, you'll like this. Just buy it and get the first 2 while you're at it!
And finally, for the skeptical, it does not have that awful overproduced shellacked sound emanating these days from country radio or CMT.
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Two Lane Highway
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ASIN: B000002WF3 Release Date: 1993-02-09 |
Tracks:
- Two Lane Highway
- Kentucky Moonshine
- Runner
- Memories
- Kansas City Southern
- Harvest
- Sister's Keeper
- Just Can't Believe It
- Give Us A Rise
- I'll Change Your Flat Tire, Merle
- Pickin' To Beat The Devil
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A DEFINING MOMENT IN COUNTRY ROCK ; A CLASSIC .......2004-09-25
Pure Prairie League was also at a crossroads. Craig Fuller had been gone for a few years, the band's first two LP's, despite some terrific music, failed to generate the enthusiasm it so richly deserved.RCA did a miserable effort promoting them and dropped them when Fuller left.The band, just resigned by RCA, had toured for two years without a contract and built up a strong fan base. New lead guitarist ,singer/songwriter Larry Goshorn was added to the band joining George Ed Powell , John David Call, Mike Reilly ,Mike Connor and Billy Hinds, all of whom had been together for years and were well aware of Goshorn ,who had the reputation of being the premier guitarist in Cincinnati and surrounding areas. He previously recorded with THE SACRED MUSHROOM.
On TWO LANE HIGHWAY , the band draws heavily on it's diversified musical roots: rock ,country, bluegrass and the blues,all superbly fused into one exciting and invigorating sound. PPL's tight , rich harmonies are always present. The musicianship is exceptional on all levels.In addition to Goshorn , George Ed Powell emerges here as a extremely crafty and gifted singer/songwriter after being in Fuller's shadow the first two LP's. Reilly lays down some strong ,imaginative bass lines and also establishes himself as a vocalist , while Hinds shows a versatility and professionalism on the drums that all to often is taken for granted , given the exceptional music here. Connor adds a creative touch on the piano, a forceful rock approach when called upon or seamlessly blending in at times with a much more eloquent touch. He can do it all-and he does it here. Call serves notice , for those who were still unaware after the debut LP, that he is the premier pedal steel man in country rock. Simply amazing, he can almost single handedly turn any song into something truly special.His "twin leads " with Goshorn became a PPL trademark as they scorched their way to success. At times , they almost blended into one ,an approach above and beyond their country rock peers.
Goshorn's addition proved to be a major factor in the extreme change of fortune for PPL. It was make or break time for PPL when they entered the studio in late 1974. This time PPL would not be denied. Goshorn's title cut exemplified what PPL was all about: driving country rock with superb musicianship all the way around. The song generated huge airplay and catapulted PPL into the national spotlight-the LP went to # 24 on Billboard ,no easy task for country rockers,and would be PPL's highest charting LP. Goshorn's title tune and the LP itself provided the spark which rekindled the past and lit up the future for PPL ,as they were now at the forefront of country rock scene where they would remain until they disbanded in the 80`s. Goshorn came up huge, with 5 top flight songs. The title cut , TWO LANE HIGHWAY ,captures you at your first listening and stays with you. In this case it stays 30 years , a classic country rocker. JUST CANT BELIEVE IT ( with Emmy Lou Harris ) found it's way to the country charts , opening another avenue of fans, the vocals superb. HARVEST has a harder edge to it , with Call's steel a driving upbeat force. It's another example of PPL's ability to shift gears and lose nothing while doing it. In KENTUCKY MOONSHINE , Goshorn's love of the blues rings through.Written with Chet Atkins in mind , PPL brings him in for some terrific guitar work. MEMORIES is an easy going ballad sung with passion by Goshorn and is another fine example of the band's tight and appealing musicianship.
Powell's RUNNER AND SISTER'S KEEPER put him up front and center. The secret was out as Powell emerged on this LP. He showcases his penchant for strong , crafty lyrics and proves to be equally adept as a vocalist. Both songs are of the laid back variety , excel musically , and are beautiful productions. GIVE US A RISE has Powell in a more upbeat tempo , as the harmonies ,guitars and steel blend in seamless efforts extremely effectively. PICKIN' TO BEAT THE DEVIL has the band in a rousing bluegrass mode, with Powell's vocals ,Goshorn`s guitar, Connor's piano all ripping it up. Call forsakes the steel on this one, treating us to some fine banjo pickin' in this fast moving ,top notch effort.
This album also unleashed yet another weapon in PPL's vast arsenal: Mike Reilly.The driven ,charismatic leader of PPL since early '73 ( he hired Goshorn and later would bring in an unknown youngster, Vince Gill), Reilly's business acumen was exceeded only by his vocals/musicianship.Like Powell and Goshorn , he also could easily be lead singer in almost any band. His lead and harmony vocals were yet another example of PPL's diversity and originality. On I'LL CHANGE YOUR FLAT TIRE MERLE , Reilly takes his turn on lead vocals and PPL again comes out swinging. A humorous , tongue in cheek tribute to Merle Haggard , PPL gives a wonderful rendition , and again, all band members have their moments. KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN ( PPL's opening at every concert ) blazes from the start and picks up speed. With Reilly again on vocals, Call's steel ,simulating a train whistle , roars right at you and wails throughout the entire song.Unforgettable.Goshorn and Call again forcefully drive their sound home in this one. Hinds has it all going behind the drums, cymbals crashing , providing an opening which grabs you and doesn't let go. Superb. Just another PPL song which demonstrates why these guys rose to the top of the genre.
ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE featured PPL after this release, calling TWO LANE HIGHWAY " a worthy companion to the likes of the Byrds' SWEETHEART OF THE RODEO and other gems of the genre. " Goshorn , Powell and Call were singled out as PPL emerged as a major force in 1975. As stated earlier ,PPL was at the crossroads when they entered the studio to record this album. When they exited, they had put together a classic, not to mention putting to rest the question of whether PPL would succeed without Fuller. The answer was obvious as TWO LANE HIGHWAY become PPL's first gold LP. In the process it also resurrected the first two LP's , pushing BUSTIN' OUT and AMIE onto the charts a few years after their original release.
It takes some special music to do that, and that is exactly what we have here. You can't miss with this classic from PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE. This belongs in your collection.
The Goshorn Brothers, Larry and Tim ( who joined PPL on JUST FLY,departed with Larry then rejoined PPL in the 80's ) are still going strong. They have two excellent CD's out and are starting a third , their guitars, singing and songwriting still blazing the trail they pioneered as members of PPL. Check out their website and their music, it`s well worth the effort.
GOSHORNS GREATEST.......2004-06-16
This is a classic album..........2004-01-08
Elegant Country Rock CD Filled with Memorable Tunes.......2003-08-23
A Country-Rock must have.......2002-03-17
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The Best of Pure Prairie League
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ASIN: B000001EGS Release Date: 1995-08-08 |
Tracks:
- Amie
- Falling In And Out Of Love
- That'll Be The Day
- Two Lane Highway
- Let Me Love You Tonight
- I'm Almost Ready
- I Can't Stop This Feelin'
- Still Right Here In My Heart
- You're Mine Tonight
- I'll Be Damned
- Don't Keep Me Hangin'
- Something In The Night
- Janny Lou
- Tell Me One More Time
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The Pure Prairie League never repeated the phenomenal success of their love song, "Amie," but that never stopped legions of the adoring from religiously following the band. The Best of the Pure Prairie League is a good introduction to latecomers, as well as a sort of "pocket guide" for the faithful--an easy way to carry around the songs that are favorites without being weighed down by a bunch of jewel boxes. While others in their era were putting the emphasis on "rock" in the tag "Southern rock," Pure Prairie League chose to keep it as a driving element, but also mixed in a fair amount of bluegrass, country, and Southern boogie. "Two Lane Highway" and "I'll Be Damned" were always live faves and lose none of their appeal here. The tenderness that was stitched into "Amie" is worn on the band's collective sleeves in "Still Right Here in My Heart." --Steve GdulaCustomer Reviews:
Rare CDs.......2007-01-15
Nice collection of their hits: nothing more nothing less.......2005-07-17
Who's idea was it to put Amie first and Fallin' after?.......2004-01-09
That said, there are only 3 small problems with this album, which honestly folks, do not stop it from being a MUST OWN for every country music fan. Here are the problems...the first one is a crucial mistake to me and should be to all true PPL fans.
1) Helloooooo? The song, "Fallin' In and Out of Love" should come immediately before "Amie" and NOT, no NEVER, after it?!?! Is it possible that the original members of PPL had nothing to do with the release of this compilation? Why in the world did the producers put these songs in the WRONG order when they got it right on every other PPL album?
2) Even though I consider myself a HUGE PPL fan, I have always HATED their version of "That'll Be the Day" so I have to program my CD player to skip it after I program it to play the #1 & #2 tracks in the appropriate order (see 1 above).
3) You cannot call this the best of PPL and leave out "I'll Fix Your Flat Tire Merle". The great song that puts the phenomenal egoed, once-great Merle Haggard gently and humorously in his place is sorely missing from this compilation and other "Greatest Hits" treatments for this band.
Otherwise and ANYWAY, buy this album! Vince Gill never sounded better than on "Still Right Here In My Heart" and "I'll Be Damned" (although Janny Lou is a little embarrassing nowadays since the name Amy Grant doesn't rhyme in the same way). "Amie" and "Two Lane Highway" are still fabulous after all these years and not even retro-vintage fabulous, but just plain fabulous in their own rights.
Finally, let me just say that the wanna be bands out there like Alabama and Lone Star could have learned a thing or two from the obvious joy PPL took in doing what they did so well regardless of whether the money rolled in or not. It is a crying shame for those of us who love PPL and could have truly enjoyed a greater volume of their music that they were poorly handled and marketed when they were at their peak. So, bottom line? Enjoy this stuff folks. It's all there is and it doesn't get any better than this!!
"Two Lane Highway" one of the greats!.......2003-12-24
Vince with PPL.......2001-11-29
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