Chris Knight (Decca, 1998)
Chris Knight
Reviewed by Joel Bernstein
Like those three artists, and others of their ilk, Knight's reputation will depend on the lyrics he writes. On that count, he scores quite well. Knight's songs are musical stories. They're the kind of lyrics that need to be heard in their entirety rather than thriving on clever, quotable, couplets. There are some recurring themes - notably one of "I Fought The Law (and The Law Won").
In fact, it's possible that a gun permit may be required in some states before purchasing this album, because there are an awful lot of shots fired ("Love And a .45"). But however dark may be the lives of many of his characters, Knight paints their stories colorfully - and entertainingly. Knight well deserves his buzz as one of the better singer-songwriters around.
CDs by Chris Knight





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