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The National

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: National

Release Date November 25, 2002
I explored the National's back catalogue because I enjoyed Alligator & Boxer so much. This album is truly excellent, and stands up well to their later work. I think one of the best things about the National's music is their amazing lyrics - complex, bittersweet, emotional without going anywhere near slushy. I thought this album was as accessible as Alligator & Boxer, so even if you're new to the National then give it a go.

By the way, they are great live. Nothing like I imagined from their albums - the lead singer is truly manic on stage. Catch them if you can.

CD-Charts Position 32
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Jacksonville City Nights

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Ryan Adams & The Cardinals

Release Date September 23, 2005
Jacksonville City Nights was the second of three albums Ryan released in one year (2005), helping to cement his reputation as one of the most prolific songwriters of recent years. It's always been a point of discussion (argument?) amongst Ryan fans and critics as to whether this is a good or bad thing. In my opinion it's nothing but good. Most artists leave you waiting years between releases and often then give you something disappointing. This isn't the case with Ryan, whose writing is always insightful and always a delight to listen to.

JCN is no exception. It's definitely his most 'country' solo album; as other reviewers have pointed out it's often closer to his days in Whiskeytown. Don't be put off if you're not into country music. ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 33
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Sad Songs For Dirty Lovers

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: National

Release Date November 03, 2003
The National have a great back catalogue and to me this is their best album.

CD-Charts Position 34
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Strangers Almanac [Deluxe Edition]

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Whiskeytown

Release Date March 31, 2008
I love Ryan Adams and Whiskeytown. There is something completely compelling about this record. At a stage when the band was on the verge of breaking up something magic happened and they produced what is probably the most complete alt-country (I'm not using the term Americana!!) release of it's time. I'm not going to pick any track because there are no turkeys on the great record.

It also comes with a 70 min extra CD of out-takes and unreleased tracks, many of which would put other bands to shame if they had been on the original release. Faultless.

CD-Charts Position 35
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Fire Songs

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Watson Twins

Release Date June 30, 2008
This wonderful record surpassed all my expectations i built up after listening to their record with Jenny Lewis. It's far softer than i was expecting, but what a lovely slice of Americana.

From the whispery opening of "How am i to be", to the enrapturing "Waves" you know you've been treated to something special.

Buy this album if you enjoyed the Rabbit Fur Coat, or just buy it. You owe it to yourself.

CD-Charts Position 36
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Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Emmylou Harris

Release Date March 01, 2004
This is amazing! All the songs are great, there's simply no fillers! Emmylou has a beautiful voice! This belongs to every country-lovers's CD collection!

CD-Charts Position 37
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I'm Not There

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Original Soundtrack

Release Date October 29, 2007
First I must congratulate myself on a thoughtful and rather clever title. Not mine I hasten to add! Like a lot of Bob Dylan lines you'll find one to fit practically any given situation. Try it out. It's quite bizarre. That's the greatness of 'His Bobness' though. Already I digress. Back to the rekkerd - as our American friends say. This is truly awful. Why anyone thinks this is good stuff is beyond me. And I'm 6ft 2ins!! They all sound like bad impersonations of bad impersonations of Bob. And believe me, they are!! Listen people - I'm a Bob afficianado, and when I hear these dire warblings (Going to Acapulco an exception for some reason I can't explain) I feel very very depressed. Like a lot of people I laughed the first time I heard the record. But not for long. ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 38
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Wrecking Ball [Us Import]

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Emmylou Harris

Release Date September 26, 1995
If you have listened to Emmylou's 70's albums, you may be disappointed in this album but give it a chance. It is slower and more difficult than the first albums but it has its moments. The songs like "All My Tears" and "Orphan Girl" are great!

CD-Charts Position 39
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IV

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Chatham County Line

Release Date March 03, 2008
Not your standard bluegrass collection - much quirkier and better for it. Production very sharp with all instruments picked out very clearly; vocal harmonies very strong, but songs all stand up to examination. 'The Carolinian' and 'Country Boy/City Boy' both excellent.

CD-Charts Position 40
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The Caution Horses

CD-Charts > Music > Alt. Country
by: Cowboy Junkies

Release Date January 29, 1994
Interesting musical arrangements good musicianship good lyrics and an unusual female voice all combine for one of the best albums I have heard in a long time. Not the sort of music to make the party rock but in the right setting its great.