Instant Armadillo Blues
New Riders of the Purple Sage · 2011
144 min · 42 tracks · country rock
A vibrant tapestry of country rock blending heartfelt storytelling with infectious melodies and communal spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- communal sing-along moments
- vibrant storytelling with peaks
- waves of nostalgic reflection
- for road trip vibes
- short tracks for casual listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks constant high energy
- prefers longer, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 21, 2011, 'Instant Armadillo Blues' came as the band celebrated their resurgence after a long hiatus since their last studio album in 1999. This release marked a continuation of their legacy in country rock, which had evolved significantly since their early days in the early 1970s. The album showcased their enduring appeal while introducing new material to both loyal fans and newcomers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flying Burrito Brothers· Gram Parsons· Little Feat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Don't Know You 2:29
- 2 Watcha Gonna Do 3:19
- 3 Portland Woman 3:37
- 4 Henry 2:38
- 5 Dirty Business 8:00
- 6 Glendale Train 3:24
- 7 All I Ever Wanted 4:37
- 8 Last Lonely Eagle 5:14
- 9 Louisiana Lady 3:05
- 10 Dim Lights, Thick Smoke (and Loud, Loud Music) 4:18
- 11 Rainbow 3:05
- 12 California Day 2:40
- 13 Sweet Lovin' One 2:57
- 14 I Don’t Need No Doctor 4:41
- 15 Contact 3:18
- 16 Willie and the Hand Jive 6:22
- 17 Gypsy Cowboy 4:18
- 18 Groupie 2:39
- 19 Sutter's Mill 1:52
- 20 Linda 3:02
Disc 2
- 1 Superman 3:11
- 2 She's No Angel 2:52
- 3 Long Black Veil 3:55
- 4 Sailin' 2:49
- 5 Panama Red 2:47
- 6 Lonesome L.A. Cowboy 4:05
- 7 Kick in the Head 2:30
- 8 You Should Have Seen Me Runnin 3:03
- 9 Teardrops in My Eyes 2:15
- 10 Cement, Clay and Glass 2:33
- 11 Hi, Hello, How Are You 2:21
- 12 Truck Drivin' Man 3:02
- 13 Hello Mary Lou 2:56
- 14 School Days 3:27
- 15 Ashes of Love 2:14
- 16 You Angel You 2:42
- 17 Instant Armadillo Blues 2:51
- 18 Singing Cowboy 3:54
- 19 Farewell, Angelina 2:41
- 20 I Heard You Been Layin' My Old Lady 3:23
- 21 Up Against the Wall, Redneck 4:13
- 22 Mighty Time 5:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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