John Prine – John Prine (1971/2015) [Official Digital Download 24bit/192kHz]

John Prine – John Prine (1971/2015)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 44:46 minutes | 1,74 GB | Genre: Rock
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino Atlantic

“John Prine” is the first album by American Country/Folk singer-songwriter John Prine. His 1971 self-titled debut set the tone for the rest of his career. A critical smash and a commercial disappointment, the record contains many of his best known compositions. Proving himself capable of tackling folk balladry, country, and rock with ease, Prine seems to spring into being as a fully formed singer-songwriter at age 24. Lyrically diverse, Prine offers topical songs such as “Sam Stone”, the tale of a drug addicted Vietnam vet, achingly sad songs, such as the oft-covered “Angel from Montgomery”, and, of course, his trademark wit gets ample time in the spotlight. Produced by the legendary Arif Mardin (Aretha Franklin, the Modern Jazz Quartet, Hall and Oates), the record is understated, letting Prine’s comfy voice drive things. When needed, the famous house band at American Recording Studios in Memphis kicks in tasteful backing.

A revelation upon its release, this album is now a collection of standards: “Illegal Smile,” “Hello in There,” “Sam Stone,” “Donald and Lydia,” and, of course, “Angel from Montgomery.” Prine’s music, a mixture of folk, rock, and country, is deceptively simple, like his pointed lyrics, and his easy vocal style adds a humorous edge that makes otherwise funny jokes downright hilarious.

Tracklist:

01. John Prine – Illegal Smile (03:13)
02. John Prine – Spanish Pipedream (02:41)
03. John Prine – Hello In There (04:31)
04. John Prine – Sam Stone (04:17)
05. John Prine – Paradise (03:14)
06. John Prine – Pretty Good (03:38)
07. John Prine – Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore (02:52)
08. John Prine – Far From Me (03:42)
09. John Prine – Angel From Montgomery (03:47)
11. John Prine – Donald And Lydia (04:30)
10. John Prine – Quiet Man (02:53)
12. John Prine – Six O’Clock News (02:52)
13. John Prine – Flashback Blues (02:33)

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