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20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Jerry Jeff Walker

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A legendary '70s troubadour/country clown/stoner god/party animal, Jerry Jeff was an icon 'way back when, and he's still kicking and touring and making great records today. His independently-owned Tried and True label has had a great track record so far; Walker's new material is at least as good as any of his classic "outlaw" material on MCA... This 12-song sampler isn't quite as comprehensive as 2001's somewhat similar "Ultimate Collection," but it's a fine set in and of itself. Includes a surprising number of Jerry Jeff's raunchier cult classics, and will certainly do in a pinch. Diehard fans will, of course, have to seek out the original albums, but anyone who just wants to get their feet wet and see what all the fuss is about will find this disc pretty useful. I wish they could've included "London Homesick Blues" as well, but hey, you can't have everything! This is a good look at a warm, humorous performer with a very human persona.

All of the CD's I ordered I had on the original vinyl albums, which I still have, all scratched up and covers water damaged... Jerry Jeff remains one of my all time favorite singer/songwriters, along with John Prine and James Taylor. It's a pleasure to have the option to order whatever books/music I want so easily... My only problem is that I want too much!