A Tribute to the Best Damn Fiddle Player in the World
Merle Haggard · 1970
31 min · 12 tracks · country
A heartfelt homage blending traditional country melodies with lively fiddle arrangements and Haggard's signature storytelling.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its celebration of Western Swing, a genre championed by Bob Wills, thereby influencing a resurgence of interest in this style within country music. It received positive reviews from critics and helped reinforce Haggard's reputation as a custodian of traditional country sounds, while also charting well on the Billboard Country Albums list.
- Best for
- heartfelt storytelling through melodies steady mid-tempo flow throughout nostalgic vibes with lively fiddles
- Context
- Released on November 16, 1970, this album marked Merle Haggard's tribute to the legendary Bob Wills during a time when Haggard was solidifying his status in country music. It followed his breakthrough success with 'Mama Tried' and demonstrated his ability to honor historical influences while maintaining commercial appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Brown Skinned Gal (with Narration) 0:50
- 2 Right or Wrong Standout 2:36
- 3 Brain Cloudy Blues 3:38
- 4 Stay a Little Longer 2:48
- 5 Misery 3:19
- 6 Time Changes Everything Standout 2:37
- 7 San Antonio Rose Standout 2:39
- 8 I Knew the Moment I Lost You 3:00
- 9 Roly Poly 2:39
- 10 Old Fashioned Love 2:32
- 11 Corrine Corrina 2:16
- 12 Take Me Back to Tulsa 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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