- Heartbreaking
5
By Roger GM
Sadly, I was not introduced to this music until after Parsons had already passed away. The music moves me from beginning to end, but for me, "Love Hurts" stands head and shoulders above the rest. This song is heartbreaking from the first note to the last.
- Pure Pleasure
5
By bryeboy
I had the good fortune to see Gram Parsons & EmmyLou Harris live in Boston in 1973 and was immediately impressed by their style of country music. From the first it was obvious that they had a real affinity for each other both musically and personally. It was with a real sense of sadness that I learned of his death at the age of 26 from an overdose..I fell he had so much potential that was unrealized. That's why it's so wonderful that he left behind this album..listen and enjoy!
- Simply Awesome
5
By Sippy1969
Some people don't like Gram, I get it. But no one can deny his influence. Without this man there would be no Eagles, no country rock as we know it. He was the catalyst if not the star.
- This is a great album
4
By Mr. Cruncher
Who are the poseurs who somehow don't think this is "country"? It most certainly is. "$1000 Wedding" is a classic country song, as are some others on this album. The band is amazing, and Parson's delivery is perfect. The only reason some people won't call this "country" is because Parsons was a hippie from California. But who cares? The music speaks for itself.
- What most need to know
5
By 35centdog
Oddly enough, Suminsumin, Gram would probably agree with your perceptions. Gram never claimed to be a stunning talent, a "country boy," nor did he proclaim himself as a "country singer." That is left for the Cash`s and William`s. Rather, Gram`s legacy is less about musical ability and more about the genre gapping between rock and country. His influence had no affect on Nashville, but those SoCal and midwest bands that followed his vision have made large imprints on Americana music (Eagles, Wico, Son Volt). He had no T40 songs and sold very few records, but the "hype" following his death certainly did not disappoint...it promoted others to do it better. That alone is worth the hype.
- Legends never die
2
By suminsumin
The legend of his death have built this rich boy into a oversized figure of staggering talent. Sadly, his output does not live up to the legend. This is fake country sung poorly by a little boy play-acting as a country man. Very dissapointing after all the hype.
- my favorite of his
5
By patzlin
Don't get me wrong, I like GP almost equally well, but I think this one has the edge in terms of material (only "I can't Dance" falls a little flat) and it is looser, freer in its playing and production than GP, which somehow felt a little more old fashioned in its arrangements and song choices. Gram and Emmy Lou are breathtaking together on "Hearts on Fire" and "Love Hurts", every other song has its strengths and the playing throughout is phenomenal. A wonderful recording by one of the all-time great singers.
