Country Church Time
George Jones · 1959
52 min · 23 tracks · country
A heartfelt collection of gospel-infused country tunes reflecting deep spirituality and personal struggle.
Why this album works
'Country Church Time' is notable for its authentic representation of gospel music within the country genre, contributing to the blending of these styles during the late 1950s. The album helped establish George Jones as a leading figure in country music, influencing subsequent artists who sought to incorporate spiritual themes into their work.
- Best for
- gentle themes of spirituality steady pacing for reflection heartfelt songs for solitude
- Context
- Released on January 20, 1959, 'Country Church Time' followed George Jones' growing reputation as a country music artist after his earlier hits like 'White Lightning.' This album marked a significant moment in his career as he began to explore more faith-based themes, enhancing his connection with Southern audiences and solidifying his place in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Reed· Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taggin' Along 2:46
- 2 The Good Old Bible Standout 2:16
- 3 Will the Circle Be Unbroken Standout 2:20
- 4 My Lord Has Called Me 2:30
- 5 Take the Devil Out of Me Standout 2:40
- 6 Boat of Life 2:02
- 7 Jesus Wants Me 1:58
- 8 Wandering Soul 2:19
- 9 We'll Understand It 2:20
- 10 Cup of Loneliness 2:25
- 11 If You Want to Wear a Crown 2:04
- 12 The First One
- 13 Frozen Heart 2:11
- 14 Mr. Fool 2:31
- 15 I'm With the Wrong One 2:07
- 16 Accidentally on Purpose 2:27
- 17 Talk to Me Lonesome Heart 2:18
- 18 One Is a Lonely Number 2:30
- 19 Treasure of Love 2:18
- 20 Hearts in My Dreams 2:32
- 21 Life to Go 2:25
- 22 Money to Burn 2:36
- 23 I'm Gonna Burn Your Playhouse Down 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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