Determination
Tommy Emmanuel · 1992
56 min · 13 tracks · blues · country · contemporary folk music
A vibrant blend of fingerstyle guitar mastery with influences from blues, folk, and country music.
Why this album works
'Determination' received critical acclaim for its innovative guitar work and helped establish Emmanuel as a prominent figure in the acoustic genre. The album contributed to a resurgence of interest in acoustic guitar music during the early '90s, influencing many contemporary guitarists.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout inviting warm acoustic textures reflective moments of clarity
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'Determination' was Tommy Emmanuel's first album after moving to the United States, marking a pivotal phase in his career. This album showcased his virtuosic guitar skills and began to solidify his reputation as a leading acoustic guitarist on the international stage.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Little River Band· Crowded House· Powderfinger· The Living End· Rick Springfield· Diesel· Russell Morris· Icehouse
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Who Dares Wins Standout 5:21
- 2 Mountain of Truth Standout 4:48
- 3 Determination 4:47
- 4 ’Cross the Nullabor 4:24
- 5 Initiation 4:16
- 6 From the Hip 4:34
- 7 Imagine 3:25
- 8 When You Come Home 4:32
- 9 Fiesta 3:51
- 10 Precious Time 3:04
- 11 The Sweetest Love 5:40
- 12 Stevie’s Blues Standout 4:21
- 13 Nu Shoos Blues 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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