Released 20 years ago
Alabama Ass Whuppin'
Drive-By Truckers · 2006
70 min · 12 tracks · alternative country
A raw, energetic live album blending Southern rock's grit with storytelling and poignant social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- raw energy for late nights
- storytelling that sparks reflection
- anecdotal humor with grit
- for road trip sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer polished studio sound
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'Alabama Ass Whuppin'' was a live album capturing Drive-By Truckers' momentum following their critically acclaimed studio record, 'The Dirty South'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading voice in alternative country, drawing attention for their narrative-driven songwriting and dynamic performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucero· The Hold Steady· Wilco
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Why Henry Drinks 4:59
- 2 Lookout Mountain 5:22
- 3 The Living Bubba 6:52
- 4 Too Much Sex (Too Little Jesus) 3:19
- 5 Don't Be in Love Around Me 2:40
- 6 18 Wheels of Love 7:32
- 7 The Avon Lady 4:05
- 8 Margo and Harold 8:01
- 9 Buttholeville 5:50
- 10 Steve McQueen 9:19
- 11 People Who Died 5:06
- 12 Love Like This 7:13
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