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10

Asleep at the Wheel · 1987

30 min · 10 tracks · country

A lively blend of Western swing and honky-tonk that captures the spirit of Americana with infectious energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lively tunes for social gatherings
  • short bursts of infectious energy
  • steady rhythm for casual listening
  • for road trip soundtracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of long, introspective pieces
  • fans of slow, brooding sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 1, 1987, '10' marked Asleep at the Wheel's tenth album, showcasing their established sound after several successful records in the 1970s and early '80s. The band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in the revival of Western swing music during this period.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Way Down Texas Way 2:39
  • 2 Tulsa Straight Ahead 2:10
  • 3 Coast to Coast 3:08
  • 4 House of Blue Lights 3:08
  • 5 Blowin’ Like a Bandit 2:22
  • 6 I Want a New Drug 3:45
  • 7 Big Foot Stomp 3:36
  • 8 Boogie Back to Texas 3:19
  • 9 String of Pars 3:10
  • 10 Blues Stay Away From Me 2:52

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