Bad Habits
Colin James · 1995
48 min · 11 tracks · blues
Blues-infused rock grooves intertwine with soulful guitar riffs, capturing a raw yet polished Canadian sound.
Why this album works
'Bad Habits' received significant acclaim in Canada, peaking at No. 2 on the Canadian Albums Chart and earning a Juno Award nomination for Best Blues Album. Its blend of blues-rock elements helped solidify James's reputation and influence within the genre during the mid-1990s.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Bad Habits' marked Colin James's fourth studio album, following his acclaimed self-titled debut in 1988. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a budding blues artist to a prominent figure in the Canadian music scene, building on his earlier successes while exploring deeper musical textures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Johnny Hallyday· Lucky Peterson· The Rolling Stones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Saviour Standout 4:41
- 2 Freedom Standout 5:27
- 3 Standin' on the Edge 3:45
- 4 Real Stuff 4:21
- 5 Better Days 4:40
- 6 I Can't Hold Out 4:13
- 7 Bad Habits Standout 5:16
- 8 Forty-Four 4:33
- 9 Walkin' Blues 3:28
- 10 Atlanta Moan 3:12
- 11 Speechless 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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