I’ve considered myself a fan of Steve Earle since before I was even a teenager as I tagged along while my father listened to albums like Guitar Town and The Hard Way. I’ll also be the first to admit that Earle’s had more than a few musical missteps along the way. Even so, his latest album, Townes, is a welcome addition (even if it is a safe one) to his discography. The album is a tribute to the late Townes Van Zandt and features fifteen Van Zandt covers. Earle first met Van Zandt in the early 70’s and has held him in high regard ever since, even naming his first son Justin Townes. So what exactly should you expect on Townes, well, (as mentioned above) it’s Steve Earle playing Townes Van Zandt songs. It isn’t as raw as the material of Earle’s that really resonates with me, but it is good and it is an interesting look at what is apparently one of Earle’s biggest influences. I like it a bunch.
MP3 | Steve Earle – Poncho And Lefty Townes
MP3 | Steve Earle – White Freight Liner Blues Townes
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