The Things That Matter
Vince Gill · 1985
30 min · 8 tracks · bluegrass music · Southern rock · blue-eyed soul
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and smooth melodies that embody the essence of 80s country pop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic flow throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- for reflective moments
- easy listening during road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Oklahoma landscapes· heartfelt storytelling· love and longing
- Career context
- Released in 1985, 'The Things That Matter' was Vince Gill's debut album on a major label after his tenure with the bluegrass group Pure Prairie League. At this point, Gill was transitioning from a supporting musician to a solo artist, setting the stage for his future success in country music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alan Jackson· Brad Paisley· George Strait
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Ocean Front Property by George Strait — Shares heartfelt storytelling and smooth melodies with a focus on love and longing.Come On Come On by Mary Chapin Carpenter — Explores emotional narratives with lush arrangements, reflecting personal and landscape themes.Here in the Real World by Alan Jackson — Combines traditional country sound with relatable stories of love and life, echoing similar sentiments.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 She Don’t Know 3:22
- 2 With You 4:43
- 3 Savannah 3:18
- 4 Colder Than Winter 4:24
- 5 True Love 4:01
- 6 If It Weren’t for Him 3:33
- 7 Ain’t It Always That Way 3:50
- 8 Oklahoma Borderline 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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