Music for Ranch & Town (Hacienda Brothers, 2008)
Hacienda Brothers
Reviewed by Andy Turner
The limited-edition (and bare-bones packaged) CD comes from a excellent live recording on Norwegian radio, covering both of the band's full-length albums along with their distinct takes on the likes of "Mental Revenge," "Cowboys to Girls" and Johnny Paycheck's "If I'm Gonna Sink" over 14 tracks.
On his "Turn to Grey," main vocalist Chris Gaffney delivers a gritty, pedal steel-backed punch while slower songs such as "Seven Little Numbers" or "Walkin' On My Dreams" show off his fine ability to drain every bit of pain out of a song. Dave Gonzalez displays his sharp guitar work throughout, but especially shines on an outstanding 12-minute version of Ivory Joe Hunter's "Since I Met You Baby." Very much worth seeking out.
CDs by Hacienda Brothers




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