Released 25 years ago this June
The Very Best of Asleep at the Wheel
Asleep at the Wheel · 2001
49 min · 14 tracks · country
A vibrant blend of Western swing and honky-tonk that celebrates the roots of American country music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- sing-along fun with friends
- road trip soundtrack
- celebratory energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, introspective music
- dislike upbeat, lively tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, 'The Very Best of Asleep at the Wheel' captures the band's evolution over three decades, highlighting their pivotal role in revitalizing Texas swing. This compilation arrives after their Grammy-winning successes in the late '90s, showcasing both classic hits and their enduring influence on the country genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Riders in the Sky· The Time Jumpers· Dale Watson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Letter (That Johnny Walker Read) 3:50
- 2 Ain’t Nobody Here but Us Chickens 3:27
- 3 Get Your Kicks on Route 66 3:12
- 4 Take Me Back to Tulsa 3:34
- 5 My Baby Thinks She’s a Train 3:48
- 6 House of Blue Lights 3:15
- 7 Miles and Miles of Texas 3:22
- 8 Sugarfoot Rag 3:34
- 9 Choo Choo Ch’ Boogie 3:21
- 10 Dance With Who Brung Ya 3:34
- 11 Big Balls in Cowtown 3:30
- 12 The Last Meal 3:37
- 13 Boogie Back to Texas 3:27
- 14 Texas Me and You 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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