Review
Well, let me tell you 'bout Sturgill Simpson's 'Metamodern Sounds in Country Music'. This ain't your grandpappy's country album, that's for sure. It's like Simpson took a bunch of old country records, tossed 'em in a blender with some psychedelic rock, and hit puree. The result? A mighty fine cocktail that'll make your ears perk up and your mind wander.
Now, I remember sittin' on my porch one evening, strummin' my guitar and wonderin' about life, the universe, and everything. That's kinda what this album feels like. Simpson's got a way of singing about heartbreak and alien abductions in the same breath, making you feel like you're on some cosmic journey through the backroads of America. And let me tell you, Dave Cobb's production on this thing is slicker than a greased pig at a county fair.
This album hit the scene back in 2014 and caused quite a stir. It climbed up to No. 59 on the Billboard 200 and No. 11 on the Top Country Albums chart. Not too shabby for a fella who's about as mainstream as a three-dollar bill. It's the kind of music that makes you want to hop in your truck, roll down the windows, and just drive off into the sunset, contemplating life's big questions. And with tracks like 'Long White Line', Simpson proves he can deliver a guitar solo that'll make your hair stand on end. - Wade
