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Wheelhouse

Brad Paisley · 2013

63 min · 17 tracks · country

A playful blend of traditional country sounds with contemporary themes and a touch of humor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful storytelling with humor
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • for sunny road trips
  • reflective moments in between
  • dynamic blend of themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer strict track consistency

Where this album fits

Themes
race relations discourse· Southern comfort culture· youthful summer nostalgia
Career context
Released on April 9, 2013, 'Wheelhouse' is Brad Paisley's eighth studio album, following his commercially successful 'This Is Country Music' from 2011. At this point in his career, Paisley was consolidating his status as a leading figure in modern country music, known for his guitar prowess and witty songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Keith Urban· Dierks Bentley
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Same Trailer Different Park by Kacey Musgraves — Shares playful storytelling and modern themes with a fresh take on traditional country sounds.
Uncaged by Zac Brown Band — Combines Southern comfort culture with upbeat melodies and a mix of humor in the lyrics.
Platinum by Miranda Lambert — Explores youthful nostalgia and contemporary themes while maintaining a strong country sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bon Voyage 0:19
  • 2 Southern Comfort Zone 5:16
  • 3 Beat This Summer 4:41
  • 4 Outstanding in Our Field 4:02
  • 5 Pressing on a Bruise 3:17
  • 6 I Can't Change the World 4:41
  • 7 幽 女 1:39
  • 8 Karate 4:04
  • 9 Death of a Married Man 0:47
  • 10 Harvey Bodine 3:28
  • 11 Tin Can on a String 4:08
  • 12 Death of a Single Man 4:24
  • 13 The Mona Lisa 3:54
  • 14 Accidental Racist 5:51
  • 15 Runaway Train 4:28
  • 16 Those Crazy Christians 4:21
  • 17 Officially Alive 3:56

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