The Mavericks
The Mavericks · 1990
47 min · 13 tracks · country · alternative country
A vibrant blend of country, rockabilly, and Tex-Mex influences that celebrates storytelling through infectious melodies.
Why this album works
This album established The Mavericks as a distinctive voice in the country genre, earning them critical acclaim and paving the way for future hits. It helped them gain a dedicated following and set the stage for their commercial success in the years that followed, particularly with hits like 'What a Crying Shame' on their subsequent albums.
- Best for
- steady emotional storytelling progression infectious melodies for sing-alongs vibrant tunes for road trips
- Context
- The Mavericks' self-titled debut album arrived in 1990 when the band was still forming their unique sound. This release marked their first major introduction to the country music scene, showcasing their eclectic style that combined traditional country with elements of rock and Latin music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Panic! at the Disco· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Katy Perry· Alanis Morissette· Anastacia· Ricky Martin· Pitbull
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You'll Never Know 2:54
- 2 The End of the Line (Jim Bakker) Standout 3:34
- 3 This Broken Heart 4:16
- 4 Mr. Jones 3:25
- 5 Tomorrow Never Comes 3:18
- 6 The Lonely Waltz 4:27
- 7 Watch Over Me 2:47
- 8 A Better Way 4:10
- 9 Another Lonely Life (Paul's Song) 4:23
- 10 I Don't Care (If You Love Me Anymore) Standout 4:18
- 11 Keep Moving On 3:18
- 12 I'll Give You Back (When You Belong to Me) 4:14
- 13 Strength to Say Goodbye Standout 2:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.