The Steeldrivers – The Steeldrivers

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Artist: The Steeldrivers

Title: The Steeldrivers

Year: 2008

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Tracklist

  • 1. Blue Side Of The Mountain (3:29)
  • 2. Drinkin' Dark Whiskey (2:54)
  • 3. Midnight Train To Memphis (3:03)
  • 4. Midnight Tears (2:57)
  • 5. If You Can't Be Good, Be Gone (2:32)
  • 6. If It Hadn't Been For Love (3:59)
  • 7. Hear The Willow Cry (2:59)
  • 8. Sticks That Made Thunder (4:09)
  • 9. East Kentucky Home (2:39)
  • 10. To Be With You Again (3:36)
  • 11. Heaven Sent (3:48)

Review

I've been completely hooked on 'The SteelDrivers' since I first heard this stunning debut album from 2008. The way this five-piece outfit blends traditional bluegrass with rock, soul, and blues elements creates something truly special. Chris Stapleton's gritty vocals are absolutely mesmerizing, especially on tracks like 'Blue Side of the Mountain' which snagged a well-deserved Grammy nomination. Their storytelling abilities shine through on 'Midnight Train to Memphis' and 'Sticks That Made Thunder' - these aren't just songs, they're vivid stories set to music.

What really strikes me about this album is how the band members' diverse musical backgrounds add such incredible depth to their sound. Each musician brings something unique to the table, creating this perfect storm of talent. The production is wonderfully crisp, letting you hear every nuance of the instrumentation while still highlighting those powerful vocals. I nearly fell out of my chair when I learned Adele later covered 'If It Hadn't Been for Love' - though honestly, the original version has this raw emotional quality that I personally prefer. This album definitely set the stage for their later Grammy successes while carving out their distinctive place in the bluegrass world. - Sienna

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