I love the Drive-By Truckers! There are very few bands playing today that capture what I consider the spirit of rock and roll as well as they do. Recorded in Sept. 2008 Live From Austin Texas is a great showcase for the Truckers and their brand of rock.
Their latest Studio album "Brighter Than Creations Dark" shows off their country side more than previous albums and that carries over to this set as well. Starting off with the country/folk songs "Perfect Timing" and "Heathens" the album builds throughout getting heavier and heavier until the final hard rocking closers "Let there be Rock" and "Marry Me." Along the way they mix in songs from their early career with mostly new material.
This is the first chance I've had to see the band in with their new guitarist John Neff and his Steel Guitar is present throughout giving the band much of their country sound. Neff can also pick up an Electric Guitar and give the Truckers their 3 axe attack that was their trademark with old guitarist Jason Isbell.
The album is great with main Truckers, Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley, really delivering, neither one is a traditionally good vocalist but their flawed voices fit the lyrics and sound of the band perfectly. If you have never heard the band before this isn't the best way to become acquainted but if you're a fan or just want to watch/hear an amazing live band this album is highly recommenced.
Rating 4/5
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