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The Devil's Right Hand: An Introduction to Steve Earle

Steve Earle · 2001

76 min · 18 tracks · blues · alternative country · Americana

A heartfelt blend of Americana and country rock that reflects life's trials with raw honesty and poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for storytelling enthusiasts
  • reflective moments for quiet nights
  • engaging narratives for long drives
  • heartfelt themes of life's struggles

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • need high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2001, Steve Earle was transitioning from a tumultuous personal period marked by addiction and recovery. This compilation album, released after his comeback with 'Transcendental Blues' in 1999, showcases his evolution as a songwriter and artist, solidifying his place in the Americana genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Townes Van Zandt· Ryan Adams

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Old Friend the Blues 3:11
  • 2 Fearless Heart 4:09
  • 3 Little Rock ’n’ Roller 4:51
  • 4 Someday 3:49
  • 5 Little Sister 3:17
  • 6 Sweet Little ’66 2:40
  • 7 San Antonio Girl 3:06
  • 8 The Rain Came Down 4:08
  • 9 Devil’s Right Hand 3:02
  • 10 Even When I’m Blue 4:14
  • 11 You Belong to Me 4:22
  • 12 The Other Kind 5:33
  • 13 Hopeless Romantics 2:44
  • 14 Billy Austin 6:16
  • 15 Regular Guy 3:17
  • 16 Close Your Eyes 4:46
  • 17 She’s About a Mover 4:10
  • 18 Dead Flowers 8:18

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