Lucky Tomblin Band

by Lucky Tomblin, Lucky Tomblin Band

Overview

To those on the perimeter, the No Depression movement is represented by a handful of bands (Uncle Tupelo, Whiskeytown) and a limited style that crosses country and rock. In truth, however, no depression or alternative country is just a catch phrase for a plethora of bands and styles. Take the Lucky Tomblin Band. Its specialty is Western swing, that Texas-based style made famous by Bob Wills and featuring lots of fancy steel and electric guitar licks. Lead vocalist Tomblin and company add lively piano and eschew the traditional twin fiddles for a trim, muscular sound. This all works exceptionally well on the opener, "Ain't No Piece of Cake," the bluesy "Never Slept a Wink Last Night," and accordion-flavored "Illegal Man." Cindy Cashdollar's and Redd Volkaert's steel and electric guitar work make a perfect match, while Earl Poole Ball's piano makes a nice counterpart. Tomblin is also a fine singer, capturing the style and flavor of Western swing. The Lucky Tomblin Band's only weakness is the material itself: the first three songs are great, but they build a promise that the band can't keep. The group nonetheless turns in good performances and is sure to capture the attention of ardent Western swing fans. ~ Ronnie D. Lankford, Jr.

Product Details

Release Date:	10/14/2003
Label:	Texas World
UPC:	0785067014220
Rank:	219300

Tracks

1. Ain't No Piece of Cake
2. Never Slept a Wink Last Night
3. Illegal Man
4. Dancehall Sweetheart
5. Soul in Time
6. In Love
7. Out of Your Mind
8. Rain Man
9. Deadwater
10. Sense of Wonder
11. Please Don't Tease Me

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Lucky Tomblin Band   Primary Artist
Lucky Tomblin   Primary Artist,Vocals
Dan Levine   Cello
Augie Meyers   Accordion
Bobby Arnold   Guitar (Rhythm)
Mark "Kaz" Kazanoff   Harmonica
Sarah Brown   Bass,Vocal Harmony
Earl Poole Ball   Piano,Keyboards
Cindy Cashdollar   Guitar,Guitar (Steel),Lap Steel Guitar
John Hahn   Drums
Redd Volkaert   Guitar

Technical Credits

Lucky Tomblin   Composer,Producer
Atwood Allen   Composer
Alex Morgan   Composer
Debora Hanson   Executive Producer
Augie Meyers   Composer
Bobby Arnold   Engineer,Producer
Peter Keane   Composer
Cindy Cashdollar   Composer
Jim Wilson   Mastering Engineer
Doug Fesler   Composer