Cheap Thrills
Confederate Railroad · 2007
38 min · 11 tracks · country
A vibrant mix of traditional country storytelling and contemporary honky-tonk rhythms, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Why this album works
While 'Cheap Thrills' did not achieve significant commercial success on major charts, it was well-received by long-time fans and contributed to the band's reputation for maintaining traditional country values amidst changing music trends. The album also showcased their ability to blend humor and heart in songwriting, which resonated with listeners during a time of shifting musical tastes.
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'Cheap Thrills' marked Confederate Railroad's return to the country music scene after a hiatus following their last studio album in 1999. At this point, they were working to rekindle their fan base and reestablish their presence in a genre that was evolving rapidly with new influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hank Williams Jr.· Lee Ann Womack· Waylon Jennings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 11 Months & 29 Days Standout 3:31
- 2 Hard Livin' 3:05
- 3 Don't Rock The Jukebox 2:53
- 4 Whiskey On Ice Standout 2:48
- 5 Cheap Thrills 3:25
- 6 Georgia On A Fast Train Standout 3:12
- 7 Honky Tonk Heroes 3:43
- 8 Trudy 4:43
- 9 Please Come To Boston 4:20
- 10 New Way To Light Up An Old Flame 2:45
- 11 I Know A Little 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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