Pickin' on Nashville
The Kentucky Headhunters · 1989
34 min · 10 tracks · country
A vibrant blend of country rock infused with Southern rock energy and playful storytelling.
Why this album works
The album was a significant success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and earning a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group. Its innovative mix of rock and country helped pave the way for the genre's evolution in the late '80s and early '90s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove playful storytelling vibes casual backyard gathering energy
- Context
- Released on October 17, 1989, 'Pickin' on Nashville' was The Kentucky Headhunters' debut album, marking their entrance into the country music scene. At this time, they were still relatively unknown but would soon rise to fame for their unique sound that combined traditional honky-tonk with rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hank Williams Jr.· Willie Nelson· Lee Ann Womack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walk Softly on This Heart of Mine Standout 3:46
- 2 Dumas Walker Standout 2:51
- 3 Rag Top 3:13
- 4 Rock 'n' Roll Angel 3:53
- 5 Smooth 4:29
- 6 High Steppin' Daddy 3:00
- 7 Skip a Rope 2:32
- 8 Some Folks Like to Steal 2:52
- 9 Oh Lonesome Me Standout 3:11
- 10 My Daddy Was a Milkman 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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