This post has been a long time coming. Alec knew it would happen eventually, but I have to slob on my favorite singer/songwriter's nuts for a bit. Now with Ryan Adams, where does one begin. He just ended an extended period where he would not talk to the media. He 'just recovered' from heroine and cocaine addictions. He's kind of an asshole to his fans, and kicks some out of his shows who jokingly request for 'Summer of '69' by Bryan Adams. And he is in general an overall douchebag.
However, all this aside, he has been one of the most prolific writers in all of music during the past 5 years releasing a total of 8 albums (most of which are real good). He is my favorite singer/songwriter since Neil Young. He infuses gentle pop songs and ballads with the perfect amount of alt-country twang. His recorded live performances of him alone on an acoustic often equal or better his recorded CD material. He is really an all around great musician, performer, and writer.
His newest album Easy Tiger just dropped in June, which was perfect timing for my European vacation. After the first listen, I have to say I was immediately hooked once again. Easy Tiger feels like all of his older albums rolled into one cohesive unit. The songs posted below show some of the styles evident on the album. 'Two' is the single that he released, which I may have listened to over 80 times already. It opens with acoustic and slide guitars, Adams's smooth crooning, and then breaks into a chorus with some real soothing harmonies. As the weather is just beginning to ever-so-slightly turn, this song should hold a prime spot on your Ipods. 'The Sun Also Sets' brings a sparser arrangement to the table, but the keyboard and Adams's strained voice really bring you in. By the end of the song you want to know 'how it all works out' as well. 'These Girls' is the final song that I put up, and it showcases his ability to craft great songs with essentially just himself and an acoustic. Enjoy!
I'm sure there will be more Ryan Adams to come (hence part 1), but if this leaves you wanting more...check out my favorite Ryan Adams album, Cold Roses.
Ryan Adams - Two
Ryan Adams - The Sun Also Sets
Ryan Adams - These Girls
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