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Pulling out all the Nashville stops, k.d. lang's 1988 album is a meticulously crafted work, her bid for mainstream country acceptance and a homage to her idol Patsy Cline. Surrounded by the brilliance of Owen Bradley's string-laced production and a host of legendary pickers (Buddy Emmons and Pete Wade) and singers (Kitty Wells, Brenda Lee, Loretta Lynn), lang's voice soars and moans like a dove. After the lush Chris Isaak-penned opener "Western Stars", lang follows with more-familiar country writers, from Roger Miller ("Lock, Stock and Teardrops") to Harlan Howard ("I'm Down to My Last Cigarette"). Both a commercial (the album went gold) and artistic success, Shadowland ranks as one of the best country records of the 1980s. --Roy Francis Kasten
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K.D. LANG Shadowland (1988 US 12-track CD album featuring the Owen Bradley Sessions includes Sugar Moon & Im Down To My Last Cigarette picture sleeve)
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I'm not a big country fan, although I believe there is great work in every genre, but this album transcends the usual boundaries of country music to offer matchless vocal and instrumental preformances which would enchant anyone who loves music - KD's voice soars then caresses and then torches all with with equal poise - the range, expression and control of her voice is truly magnificent - not to mention its sheer beauty - for me she is the consummate performer from any genre. Add to this the magical Pedal Steel of Buddy Emmons and the inspired, if a little Honky-Tonk, production of Owen Bradley and you have a musical tour de force. My particular favourite is the title track although all the tracks are strong with the kd treatment.
This album is very good value at this price - perfect music to spend a laid-back evening sipping whisky and being seduced by a truly great performer. You know what to do now, don't you?
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Although not a particular fan of country music, I bought this album on its original release after reading the rapturous praise it received from critics at the time - and by gosh, they weren't wrong! Almost 20 years later it still sounds like one of the greatest albums I've ever heard.
'Shadowland' is one of those rare albums where, whether by luck or judgement, every element is just so right. For a start each one of the 12 songs is exquisite, it's impossible to single any one out as weaker than the rest. Add on the magnificent production - sparse, haunting and perfect for these songs - and you have a recipe for success. But what ultimately makes 'Shadowland' so special is Lang's astonishing vocals. Her glorious, warm, rich and soaring voice can be caressing or torn apart with anguish. There are more 'goosebump' moments here than you can shake a stick at - just try the "It's driving me crazy" line at the end of 'Black Coffee' or 'Busy Being Blue' in its entirety for starters.
Forget the 'country' tag, this gem of an album is a must for anyone regardless of their musical tastes.
'Shadowland' is one of those rare albums where, whether by luck or judgement, every element is just so right. For a start each one of the 12 songs is exquisite, it's impossible to single any one out as weaker than the rest. Add on the magnificent production - sparse, haunting and perfect for these songs - and you have a recipe for success. But what ultimately makes 'Shadowland' so special is Lang's astonishing vocals. Her glorious, warm, rich and soaring voice can be caressing or torn apart with anguish. There are more 'goosebump' moments here than you can shake a stick at - just try the "It's driving me crazy" line at the end of 'Black Coffee' or 'Busy Being Blue' in its entirety for starters.
Forget the 'country' tag, this gem of an album is a must for anyone regardless of their musical tastes.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
One album of pure gold tracks-it remains (always) as an all too rare album that remains indelible in the memory. K.D. at her best, the production values are supreme, polished to perfection with the cream of Nashville's top musicians, augmented with the legendary Jordanaires.
'I Wish I Didn't Love You So' a track that still sends a tingle up my spine when I her Lang's voice soaring to a faultless crescendo with a beautiful choral backing.
Owen Bradley came out of retirement to produce this masterpiece who produced worldwide (Decca) albums for: Kitty Wells, Loretta Lynn and Brenda Lee, they feature here, in the splendid 'Honky Tonk Angels' medley.
Patsy Cline the first lady Owen produced has a strong place in this album too-as you will hear.
Nearly twenty years old now, it will still be a treasured LP/CD it most collections-absolutely irreplaceable.
'I Wish I Didn't Love You So' a track that still sends a tingle up my spine when I her Lang's voice soaring to a faultless crescendo with a beautiful choral backing.
Owen Bradley came out of retirement to produce this masterpiece who produced worldwide (Decca) albums for: Kitty Wells, Loretta Lynn and Brenda Lee, they feature here, in the splendid 'Honky Tonk Angels' medley.
Patsy Cline the first lady Owen produced has a strong place in this album too-as you will hear.
Nearly twenty years old now, it will still be a treasured LP/CD it most collections-absolutely irreplaceable.
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It was a very speedy delivery with a good price, It is a good cd I had before and enjoyed
Published 9 months ago by Clare
cool country
If you like dated, but first class country chords, then this is for you.
It is easy listening and a great bedroom c.d. ....but you have to like that good ol' country music.
It is easy listening and a great bedroom c.d. ....but you have to like that good ol' country music.
Published 11 months ago by Existentialist.
Classic album with Owen Bradley as producer
For about two decades after it's release, this remained the only k d lang album that I was familiar with. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2009 by Peter Durward Harris
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