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J.J. Cale
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The list of J.J. Cale songs which have been covered by other artists is long and impressive. Most famously he wrote “After Midnight” and “Cocaine” which have each achieved chart positions when recorded by other artists such as Eric Clapton, an artist with whom Cale has enjoyed a long association. He is cited as an influence by notable artists, including Eric Clapton and Mark Knopfler, who… Read more in Amazon's J.J. Cale Store

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  • Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
  • Original Release Date: September 1976
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Fontana Island
  • ASIN: B000001F2M
  • Also Available in: Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #9,437 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Media Type: CD
Artist: CALE,J.J.
Title: TROUBADOUR
Street Release Date: 07/07/1987
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Genre: ROCK/POP
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Real Slowhand Serves Up a Subtle Masterwork, January 25, 2001
An understated, rich, rewarding gem that no one's ever heard. Unfortunately, since few blues fans venture outside the tried-and-true territory of old black men rocking the house Chicago style or young guns with a Hendrix complex serving up monster Texas floods, Cale's druggy brand of rhythmic, spooky storytelling falls far outside of easy characterization.

It's too bad, because Cale's rambling snapshots of love and life on the road are unconventionally addicting. While at times it gets so loose it threatens to fall apart, Cale's sparse style is oddly satisfying -- never has less been more.

All of the songs on Troubadour are outstanding. The now warhorse "Cocaine" is far more intriguing in its original version, more menacing and worldworn than Clapton's driving take. The uncharacteristically energetic "Travelin' Light" is a whispered invitation to road, half intrigue, half warning. The album's highlight, "Cheri," Cale's tender, perhaps futile plea for love, is hauntingly gorgeous.

Cale, much like Nick Drake and Alex Chilton, is an artist whose genius and influence far outweighs his popularity. Sit back and sink in to this simply wonderful disc.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An underappreciated classic., February 2, 2000
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This 1975 recording is equal to anything Cale recorded in the seventies, a period when he was at his peak. The production is a natural fit to the tight and rootsy musicianship and compositions. Contemporary country blues (with an emphasis on blues) at it's best. As a guitarist, Cale was a primary influence on Clapton and early Dire Straits. Clapton was so impressed with Cale's writing abilities that he covered three brilliant compositions, Cocaine, After Midnight and the terrific I'll Make Love To You Anytime. Cale did 'em better. J.J. Cale's catalogue is the work of a great American musician. This one's highly recommended...Simon
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5.0 out of 5 stars it dont get no better, July 22, 2004
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I have to agree with an earlier review-this is a true desert island disc.my favorite jj album.sultry guitar and terrific songs.this is an underrated masterpiece."cherry" would make the price worth it."i'm a gypsy man""let me do it to you"not a wasted note on the whole thing.dont miss it!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Cale at the top
J.J. Cale is a great blues singer,writer as well as an inpiring blues guitarist. Most of the songs on this CD are outstanding.
Published 7 months ago by M. D. Stanley

5.0 out of 5 stars Great cd
Another great music selection. Great songwriting and nice relaxing voice of the master of such-----J.J. Cale
Published 8 months ago by zonie

5.0 out of 5 stars J.J. CALE TROUBADOUR
I USED TO HAVE THIS CD A WHILE BACK, BUT IT GOT LOST IN THE SHUFFLE SOMEWHERE. IT'S HARD TO FIND AT LOCAL STORES, SO THANKS TO AMAZON I CAN NOW LISTEN TO IT AGAIN. Read more
Published on January 22, 2008 by James Terrell, Jr.

5.0 out of 5 stars never ages
I have been listening to JJ Cale for over 30 years and his music never ages. He can pick you up and he can lay you down, whatever mood you're looking for.
Published on January 18, 2008 by clear creek

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly varied
Troubadour would have been appealing even if it were an instrumental album, on account of the delicious instrumental textures. Read more
Published on September 17, 2007 by Pieter

5.0 out of 5 stars That Tulsa Sound - Still great after all these years
J J Cale was the king of 'laid back' in the '70's when everyone else was quite the opposite. I fell in love with this album around 1975-76 when I was living in Boulder, Colorado... Read more
Published on August 5, 2007 by LuvTheNoiz

5.0 out of 5 stars This album saved my life....
Stuck on the tarmac for fives hours in Abu Dubai. Then JJ tells me, Travelin' light- it's the only way to go. How true. How true.
Published on November 20, 2006 by Richard Sveyda

5.0 out of 5 stars Sugar for heart
Music from heart it's need to be LOVE!Real good music!No need words just listen!Very good buy!
Published on September 1, 2006 by Iko Mesi

5.0 out of 5 stars desert island disc
J.J. Cale's Troubadour is a timeless recording of the highest caliber. As a music lover with an extensive portfolio of rock, blues, roots, soul, jazz, and classical, this is a CD... Read more
Published on June 15, 2004 by tsmjr

5.0 out of 5 stars one of the gr8est albums ever by one of the gr8est ever
jj cale is without doubt one of the coolest dudes to ever record and if u have never heard his stuff i suggest u begin here at one of the most laidback albums ever recorded... Read more
Published on June 3, 2004 by elcraigodaman

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