Step On Out
The Oak Ridge Boys · 1985
33 min · 10 tracks · country
Uplifting harmonies and traditional melodies blend seamlessly in this quintessential 80s country album.
Why this album works
'Step On Out' reached number 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, further entrenching The Oak Ridge Boys in the mainstream country music scene. The album features several singles that received significant radio play, contributing to the group's enduring popularity during the decade.
- Best for
- uplifting harmonies for gatherings easy listening during road trips nostalgic vibes for reunions
- Context
- Released in January 1985, 'Step On Out' marks The Oak Ridge Boys' transition into a mature phase of their career, following their commercial peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This album showcases their adeptness at blending country with pop sensibilities, solidifying their reputation as crossover artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Touch a Hand, Make a Friend Standout 3:29
- 2 Ophelia 3:00
- 3 Love Is Everywhere 3:24
- 4 Only One I Love 2:47
- 5 Roll Tennessee River 3:35
- 6 Little Things 3:24
- 7 Class Reunion Standout 4:20
- 8 Staying Afloat 2:45
- 9 Come On In (You Did the Best You Could Do) 3:27
- 10 Step On Out Standout 3:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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