What makes Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. by Dwight Yoakam notable?

'Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.' played a crucial role in the 1980s country music revival, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and influencing a wave of neo-traditionalist artists. The album's singles, particularly 'Guitars, Cadillacs,' became anthems for the burgeoning alternative country movement. Upon its release in 1986, 'Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.' marked Dwight Yoakam's debut album, introducing his unique fusion of traditional country with rock influences. At this point in his career, he was emerging from the Los Angeles country scene, ready to challenge the pop-oriented Nashville sound.

Who is Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. for?

Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. works well if you're into dynamic live performance energy, nostalgic reflections on heartache and sing-along moments with friends.

How many songs are on Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.?

Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. has 32 tracks, running approximately 111 minutes.

Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.

Dwight Yoakam · 1986

111 min · 32 tracks · country

A blend of honky-tonk rhythms and heartfelt lyrics that revitalizes classic country sounds for a new generation.

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Why this album works

'Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.' played a crucial role in the 1980s country music revival, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and influencing a wave of neo-traditionalist artists. The album's singles, particularly 'Guitars, Cadillacs,' became anthems for the burgeoning alternative country movement.

Career context: Upon its release in 1986, 'Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.' marked Dwight Yoakam's debut album, introducing his unique fusion of traditional country with rock influences. At this point in his career, he was emerging from the Los Angeles country scene, ready to challenge the pop-oriented Nashville sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.· Lee Ann Womack

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

1 This Drinkin' Will Kill Me (demo, 1981) 3:11
2 It Won't Hurt (demo, 1981) 3:47
3 I'll Be Gone (demo, 1981) 3:25
4 Floyd County (demo, 1981) 2:38
5 You're the One (demo, 1981) 4:03
6 Twenty Years (demo, 1981) 3:03
7 Please Daddy (demo, 1981) 3:20
8 Miner's Prayer (demo, 1981) 2:44
9 I Sang Dixie (demo, 1981) 3:46
10 Bury Me (demo, 1981) 3:01
11 Honky Tonk Man Standout 2:48
12 It Won't Hurt 3:04
13 I'll Be Gone 2:46
14 South of Cincinnati 4:51
15 Bury Me 3:18
16 Guitars, Cadillacs Standout 3:03
17 Twenty Years 2:42
18 Ring of Fire 3:12
19 Miner's Prayer 2:19
20 Heartaches by the Number 3:11

Disc 2

1 Can't You Hear Me Calling (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:25
2 Honky Tonk Man (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:02
3 Guitars, Cadillacs (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:52
4 Rocky Road Blues (live at the Roxy, 1986) 4:58
5 Heartaches by the Number (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:32
6 I'll Be Gone (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:23
7 It Won't Hurt (live at the Roxy, 1986) 4:04
8 My Bucket's Got a Hole in It (live at the Roxy, 1986) 4:38
9 South of Cincinnati (live at the Roxy, 1986) 5:23
10 Mystery Train (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:53
11 Ring of Fire (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:03
12 Since I Started Drinking Again (live at the Roxy, 1986) 3:36

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