Larry the Cable Guy, Josh Turner, Levon Helm lead new releases
Josh Turner first received acclaim for the somewhat controversial "Long Black Train." The deep voiced South Carolinian returns with "Everything Is Fine," (MCA Nashville), his fourth album overall and second this year. The first single is "Firecracker," the fastest rising single of Turner's career. Frank Rogers, who also produces Brad Paisley, produced Turner. He has enjoyed much success with his first two albums.
Former member of The Band Levon Helm releases his first solo disc in more than 25 years with "Dirt Farmer" (Vanguard).
The Texas Sapphires - Texas honky tonk band The Texas Sapphires release a set of live originals and covers., "Roadhouse Gems" (Stag). Most of the 19 songs from the sextet were recorded at the Jon T. Floore Country Store in Helotes, Texas.
More news for Josh Turner
- 08/16/24: Post Malone, Wade, Turner, Lynne release CDs today
- 02/14/22: Turner, Hemby, Wood Brothers play MerleFest
- 08/31/21: Turner slates first Xmas disc
- 09/19/19: Turner bus involved in fatal accident of crew member
- 03/21/17: Turner debuts in first
- 03/10/17: Turner, Stuart, Sweeney release new sounds
- 07/30/12: Turner goes live
- 07/03/12: Turner rings in Independence Day
CD reviews for Josh Turner
When Josh Turner reaches down to sing "swing low" during "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," he has the sort of deep voice that can do this chorus's low notes justice. Turner isn't shy about his Christian faith, which makes all of these "I Serve A Savior" songs ring true. Then with this title track, Turner pours on the traditional country joy with a pedal steel beauty. The latter makes the honky tonk feel like a church or vice versa. It's just the kind of line ...
They're called "overtones" or pleasing harmonic notes that neatly accompany a main melody. People gifted with them - Josh Turner, for example - essentially have more than one great singing voice in one body. Outfitted with overtones, a good vocalist - Josh Tuner, for example - can accentuate the emotion of a song, each note an opportunity to go a step higher or lower. It's that rare combination of talents that earned Turner a 2007 invitation to the Grand Ole Opry at the ...
Josh Turner's relationship with Cracker Barrel stretches far beyond a love of chicken & dumplings and sweet tea. The country store/restaurant sponsored his 2012 tour and previously has released a live concert recorded at the Ryman Auditorium. Turner's latest release for Cracker Barrel features songs from his latest tour, recorded at 12 different stops along the way.
While live releases seldom compare well to studio albums, Turner has a crack band that can match the abilities of the ...
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