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Wow, I loved this. I'd never heard this before and yet I feel like I've heard it my whole life. It's so evocative of a time and place and yet so timeless at the same time. Those guitars! That pedal steel! Those harmonies! Mid-Century Americana at its finest. Man, for all my griping about the various poor choices the list-makers made when compiling this book, they really crushed it with these old-school country selections.
Loved it!!
I can assume without even looking at the other reviews that people will deride this for being "hokey" or "dated" country, and it is at times, but Buck Owens was a hell of a songwriter and performer, well before Hee Haw changed his public perception. More importantly, his backing band was shit-hot, none more than guitarist Don Rich. This album has a special place for me, and it's hard to stay in a bad mood when I put this on.
This rocks. The production totally holds up and the lyrics aren’t too cancelable which really lets you focus on how great the playing is. The song structures are also great.
got utterly jumpscared by this man's face but this is actually my favorite country record ive gotten so far!!!!!!!!!!! great songs, Really great performances, surprisingly decent recording. there is a lil of that harsh mid 60s panning but at the v least the version on streaming was not crazy disorienting for me on most tracks, i was even impressed by a lot of the engineering id say. ive kinda not known how to judge backing bands on other country records but this one is clearly all aces, just tons of warmth and tightness and golden timbres. and despite him jumpscaring me, buck owens is always just such a nice welcoming presence, effortlessly friendly and generous. he does surprisingly varied things w/ this voice too, love the track where he leaps down into that low rumbly register. just wonderful!!!
jamming
Like most Gen-Xers, I know Buck Owens almost exclusively from his co-hosting "Hee-Haw" in the 1970s and 1980s, which I used to watch with my grandparents. Not someone I ever took seriously. I was wrong. This album is first-rate, and I know now what is meant by the "Bakersfield Sound." Lots of catchy tunes, and a surprising take on the old chestnut "Streets of Laredo." I was going to give it four stars, and then I realized I'd already listened to it twice, so five.
Very good
All killer no filler
A classic example of the Bakersfield sound.
Super fun and quality music. Unfortunately largely forgotten.
Some of you piss me off. You’re the same people giving the same generic I like all music except rap and country. Shut the fuck up. Why are you even here. Expand your mind to good fun country! Classic country! I loved this album.
This what my grandparents house sounded like back in the early 80s. There are times I miss this kind of country, simple, fun, and catchy. Buck Owens in a legend and this album gets all the stars
Pure country gold, creating that Bakersfield sound.
I've turned into such a sucker for these old country albums. This is pure fun and full of energy! So important for music to come, as well.
Great country record.
From when Country wasn't pop.
If you come out of this album thinking you still hate all country, idk what to tell you. This is fucking fantastic. Such a breath of fresh air getting an album with killer lyrics and storytelling. And the band plays so tight throughout. Buck Owens has a great voice. I think my favorite is "Wham Bam" featuring Buck's best delivery and the best line on the album "First thing is matrimony Next thing is alimony" Love this album. This is going up there on my list
A surprise to be sure. Was not sure what genre this was going to be or that I would enjoy it so much. Goes back to the sentiment that I like country music, just not the modern, pop-country that seems to be the most popular version. Music is fun, lyrics are easily able to connect, musicianship is skilled. Overall an enjoyable and diverse album. A foot tapper if I say so!
That Bakersfield sound!
Fucking wicked. What a rollicking album this is. Fuck me. Stunning.
My 100th album! Whoooo. This was fun. I love that Buck Owens sound. And he’s such a scamp. Not all my favorite versions of these songs but they’re all great. Songs added to Spotify: 2 Let the times roll, good or sad, your choice.
“First comes matrimony then comes alimony” some of the best country pickin in the world!
Very fun album! I enjoyed a lot of the songs.
Yeehaw
Premium country music. It's such a fun listen.
country clasikisimo de este de beber moonshine que te deja ciego de un tarro. Muy bien y muy buen tonge roll por parte del artista
This has been one of my favorites for a long time. Always love me some Buck Owens!
Brilliant playing, solid songcraft. Having grown up with Hee Haw on television, I knew he was skilled but this album demonstrated the Bakersfield Sound eloquently.
Love, love, 💕 Buck Owens! Love old country!
Great
This was the #1 country album in 1965. A lot of rockers were paying attention and we had the birth of country rock. (Even if rock kind of started in country.)
Beautiful
Classic shit
Always wanted to try listening to country but didn't know where to start. This was a great introduction. Short and heartfelt songs could be covered by punk bands
This album almost makes me okay with the existence of Bakersfield.
Buck Owens is a horrible racist. Do not listen to his twisted tales and disgusting view of society. Despicable little man.
Endlessly and effortlessly entertaining from the second it starts to the second it ends. Amazing joyful live version of Act Naturally at the end.
wham bam thank you ma'am!
Owens is one of the most influential country musician & I have him to thank for inspiring some of my favorite artists (Dwight Yoakam, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones to name a few). This album has classic 60s country tunes along with the beginnings of rock n roll. Act Naturally has been a favorite for years & throughly enjoyed this album. I'm adding it to my country music rotation.
I love Buck Owens! Enjoyed thus with my daughter!
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Very well executed country music. Nice little stories in many of these songs and masterful guitar accompaniment. The playing was never too much or too little.
ihaaaa
Because my initial exposure to Buck Owens was as the cohost of the ridiculous “Hee Haw”, I grew up thinking the guy was a joke. Luckily I “discovered” him much later, and was able to experience one of the true giants of country music. Folks, there’s a reason the Beatles covered this guy. He is that good. This album is representative of his work in the genre. Much grittier, less tame sound than the Countrypolitan that was gradually taking over mainstream country music at the time. Good stuff.
3.5★/5 [06.27.2026] 06.29.2026
Peak of hillbilly music. It also features a song that'd later enter the Beatles canon.
Some real grit to these songs. Humor and authenticity make this a classic
Damn dude, calm the fuck down! Life ain’t that bad.
I feel like it effectively covers both genres, country & western.
Right on Buck! I haven't searched the list to see if there's more than one Buck album. If so "In Japan" is the one that should be in here. This is solid Buck Owns of course so at least four stars.
Cute! I like this early country vibe
Country.
This is a Classic, and I am a fan of the Bakersfield sound. This is good summer afternoon music.
A country album that fits right in with the best of the era, makes me want to stroll through the wilderness of canada listening to this and some old johnny cash.
Im guilty of liking country music.
oh, my god. this is, a vibe. the words are really clear! and said in an iconic, twangy, honky-tonk .. ? way. sometimes super lowww (streets of laredo!). love the slide / steel pedal guitar sound and general guitar tone on this album. wait im ... kinda obsessed with this. ope HMMM wham bam thank ye maaam HMMMJ that might be a point docked cap idk hahah are we joking or are we serious. WHAT good times are you lettin' ROLL, Buck?
Really liked this especially the title track and streets of laredo. Kept things quick and fun
Wellll yee haw, they got me gal 🤠
Well, this was a fun listen. I can see myself in some shitty dive bar chilling to this.
As a kid, I used to watch Buck Owens and Roy Clark on Hee-Haw. I mean, everyone watched Hee-Haw...we only had three choices! I remember his voice from then. Nothing wrong with this bit of nostalgia. Don't understand the hate here other than not liking country.
Love a bit of buck
Buck Owens fucks
Guess I must be a tiger with a tail, because Buck Owen sure gets me.
Goofy album cover aside, this is great. Old school country was so fun—solid songwriting craft, bouncy energy, well-sung. Weird to see people call it a parody of country music. Where do they think those stereotypes came from?
I always really like country music, so this was no exception! Recognized some songs, so that was fun. Would probably listen to this one again.
mid 60s country rock. Wam Bam thank you maam
Fun. In fact, so nice I listened to it twice. You can tell how it contrasts with Nashville, and all the most annoying people (like me) say things like, it really influenced outlaw country, which i Love, and I hate pop music! Whatever, easy to listen to. Each song is remarkably catchy and simple in a way that a lot of country isn't quite. That's a ding and a positive at once - to be original enough that you sound rote. One thing I can't quite get my head around is how much of it is an act. The guy's got the full on cowboy thing going, and it ends with "I'm gonna be a star" which is very clearly a wink-wink type song, and it has both "Wham-Bam" (funny) and "The Band Keeps Playin' On" "Cryin' Time" (also funny) on the same album, which is either a bit or a complete lack of self-awareness. Either way, pick something and a beer and it'll be a good time.
I am a fan of Dwight Yoakam, so I am used to the Bakersfield Sound. Buck Owens is the originator of that sound, so I agree this album should be in the book. I am not a fan of a lot of country music these days, mostly because it is not country music, but this is the sound I enjoy. I'm not sure there is a bad song on here. I am usually shaky on covers of Memphis but this one did not annoy me. I don't know if there is a bad song on here. Because there is every type of hippie psychedelia, Brit-pop, house/dance/electronica/rave/club, and a ton of Nick Drake on this list, I think Buck Owens deserves a spot.
As one tear rolls down my face I say "Yeehaw" and flip the record to side B. The sounds are that of 70s through 90s country. It's honky-tonk whiskey-sippin' reminiscin' and shootin' the shit with the old-timers kind of music. Buck Owens has definitely made his way to every U.S. truck stop's overhead speakers. It's just traditional Texas country and it's a perfect example of the genre. I personally love this music once every blue moon, and today happens to be that blue moon. I am over here vibing hard with this album and am tempted to give it a 10/10, but on any other day I would have rated it a 7/10 which is more realistically what it deserves. When someone references "I miss old country" they're talking about Willie, Waylon, Han, and Buck and his Buckaroos.
A nice simple tuneful album. It's good country music, very catchy and he has great voice
Fun album that I was surprised how many of the songs I already knew
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Лучшая песня: Buckaroo Худшая: хз У меня никакого негатива или раздражения этот альбом не вызвал, хоть периодически казалось, что играет одна и та же песня. Но в отлиячие от многих других альбомов в этом списке, срочно выключить его не хотелось. Проблема, видимо, в жанре все-таки и в его условностях, а не в цвете кожи исполнителя.
Не могу сказать, что испытываю большую антипатию к такого рода музыке. Наоборот, она для меня имеет какую-то парадоксальную притягательность - есть ощущение, что она несет в себе какое-то довольство той жизнью, которой ты живешь, даже если эта жизнь непритязательна. В путешествии по США хотелось зайти в заведение, где играют кантри, но более взрослые попутчики не оценили идею. Что ж, до следующего раза
Yeehaw partner
This sounds like something that would be playing in a bar where the bartender would tell you "We've got both kinds of music here: Country AND Western!"
Good ole fashioned country. Perfect for a day spent with horses 🤠
Have never listened to a country album front to back before. Very fun and the songs are short and to the point. Really fun album!
This is pretty fun. Do do do looking out my back door.
If I rated 50 Cent up for coining “party like it’s your birthday,” it’s only fair to rate Buck Owens up for “wham, bam, thank you ma’am.”
Surprising good
Classic Bakersfield country.
Chill
Not my type of music however this one is really good
Old country ages so well. I especially enjoyed “trouble and me” and of course “Act Naturally “.
estou curtindo, me sinto um sulista num bar
It's a funky, easy accessible country album with that Californian Bakersfield sound that makes country not too hard and annoying like, but funny and a bit ironical and naughty compared to the almost self-parody of beers, pickup trucks and something something freedom we hear nowadays.
There's no accounting for taste, but it's tough that so many people can't seem to have a good time with country music. This is twangy, honky-tonk fun. This album flies by at only 32 minutes, and that's completely to it's merit. It doesn't outstay it's welcome, it's here for a good time not a long time. I can't say I was familiar with the Bakersfield sound by name before reading about this album, but there's no doubt that the style of country pioneered here has permeated the genre for all the decades since. Highlight: Wham Bam Lowlight: We're Gonna Let the Good Times Roll Highlight #2: Fallin' for You
Such a fun album
wham bam thank you ma'am this the closest i've ever gotten to actually enjoying country. idk if its because this is actually really good or if its just that this list has been training my ears for but i actually really enjoyed. silly and charming ass album, i really enjoyed why his girl always cheating on him and standing him up? idk whats up with that tho. bro got no luck
8.5/10
I enjoyed this more than I was expecting to! Very danceable and I like the lyrics!
unexpectedly charming. and not just because of "act naturally."
Actually much more fun than I thought it would be, wham bam
Rock solid musicians who’ve developed their sound by playing countless honky tonks laying down 14 finely crafted country pop songs in 32 minutes. Listening to this is like watching an absolute master at work. Every band who actually wants to earn a living making music should study this album.
A classic example of Classic County Western alblum when Country Western was a thing. I took me back to a time i was too young to remember. A bunch on songs brought a smile. Particularly Wam Bam. I also kept expecting to hear Theres a tear in my beer ... This alblum is a fine example of why enjoy this exercise. Gonna let the Good Times Roll
Well, good old Buck and his Buckaroos … never heard of him. I loved it 👍
4.5
Always been a big fan of buck Owens and his Bakersfield sound. I've never heard this album but I readily knew the title track and "Streets of Loredo" pretty well, but i found myself appreciating pretty much most of this album especially the trio "If You Fall Out of Love With Me", "Fallin' for You", "We're Gonna Let the Good Times Roll" And Don Rich's fiddle on "A Maiden's Prayer" is poignant and effective. (8.8) ★★★★
A great old country album. As any old white dude will tell you “They don’t make ‘em like this anymore!”.
My grandparents owned a little dive bar, and I remember these songs from the jukebox. It's a whole lot of memories. And Buck Owens - what a guitarist.
Classic country via Bakersfield, not Nashville. Good mix of honky-tonk stompers and tear in my beer sadness. Don Rich was a guitar virtuoso, but his voice didn't do much for me. Doyle singing Streets of Laredo gives it the sadness is deserves.
I’ve always appreciated Buck Owens, ever since I was introduced to him via an interview with Jon Fishman from the band “Phish”. I really dig this old school style of country, from the 50s, 60s and 70s. This is real country at its finest.
The older people think he sucks because of he haw but he actually doesn't suck at all
HONKY and TONKY
Pretty good old timey country music. A good blend of upbeat twangy stuff and soft slow stuff. The songs, although short, felt fresh. Standout Songs: I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail Let the Sad Times Roll On Wham Bam We’re Gonna Let the Good Times Roll Memphis Act Naturally
Didn't think i'd like it as much as I did.
Great old time country
Classic country LP stuff: extremely short, dense with songs that are either great to immediately stand out or good enough to be pleasant and never bog down the album. It just so happens that Buck Owens is way more fun than most other country stars of his era. The version on streaming is the 1995 streaming version that includes live versions of "This Ol' Heart" and "Act Naturally" from [???], which are both whatever but again whenever I hear "Act Naturally" all I can think is 'damn Buck Owens was good'.
I've got the Tiger by the Tail es un temazo, su mayor éxito. Originado por el slogan de una gasolinera (no sean mal pensados) El bueno de Buck tuvo mucha influencia en el country , para muestra el Streets of Bakersfield con Dwight Yoakam. La sorpresa es Memphis, la versión del clásico de Chuck Berry, suena muy bien.
The best part about getting a country album is always that I don't ever really hafta think too hard about it. I'm really never too particular about my country music. Is there pedal steel? Yep! Is there fiddlin'? Yep! Is there singin' about heartbreak? Yep! And it's not that I can't ever have deeper thoughts about country music; that last Willie Nelson album my group got proved as much. But typically, as long as it has it the stuff I said "Yep!" to above, I'm pretty darn happy. And I gotta say, I'm pretty darn happy about this album. To me, country music (at least this kind of old country music) is a genre that all comes down to the singer. Most of the songs sound the same from album to album, and more often than not they're written by other people. This is the kind of shit that people wind up hating country music for. Me, I just enjoy the consistency. But the singer's where it's truly make or break — 'coz if you can't believe their performance telling these stories, then the music doesn't stand a chance. I think Buck Owens is a good singer, but I'd say I'm more amused by his performance than I'd say I actively believe in it. Buck Owens reminds me a lot of the lighter, "funny" country singers out there. Like, he's not on the same level of comedy as Cledus T. Judd or Ray Stevens, but his voice would fit right in. In fact, the first time I ever heard Buck Owens was on a Cledus T. Judd song, "First Redneck On The Internet". His voice just has this wink and a smirk to it on the more upbeat tracks; there were a lot of spots where I heard John C. Reilly singing as Dewey Cox in 'Walk Hard'. And it's this voice in particular I can tell people took a lot of inspiration and influence from. The more downbeat songs, the ones about heartbreak, his voice is good on those, though not too different from others I've heard. And it really is that that I like about this album. Even if he's never explicitly singing comedy tracks, it adds an air of levity that I really enjoy. I can tell, if he'd been a more typical singer, I still would've had a good time with this album — but not nearly as much. (And so I won't have spent this entire time focusing solely on Buck, I wanna take a second to give his Buckaroos their flowers, too. "A Maiden's Prayer" is purely instrumental, and it's a truly lovely track. Like, damn, I could seriously listen to these guys play all by themselves and I'd be just as into it.) Honestly, I think the only thing I really wanna knock this album for is the mixing. It's your very typical sort of early/close-to-mid 60's mix, which, y'know, I'm not sure if it was recorded on a two-track machine or not, but it sure sounds like it. Y'know, it's the kind of recording that's just fine when it's mixed for mono, but stereo? The only option you really have there is to slap one track in one ear and the other in the other, so you'd better enjoy only hearing the vocals in your left ear. I've seen at least one review on this website pull the whole album down to a 2 over this mixing, but let me tell you: I've heard worse. It's more of a soft 60's mix, where it's more evenly balanced, than they'd typically expect. Y'know, it's not as bad as some Beatles stereo mixes I've heard, lemme tell you that much. So, yeah: it's a country album as a country album does. It's just got that little extra Buck Owens flair that helps it stand out from all of the others my group's heard. Which is absolutely not nothing, let me tell you. But, yeah: I'm a simple gal with simple taste in country music, and this more than satisfied me. You've sure as heck got me by the tail, Mr. Owens. Indeed, as Cledus T. Judd once said: "You **are** the man."
Some good ol' country, simple as. Solid 4 Stars.
It's a nice album for Christmas Eve, "IGaTbtT" is one of the best country albums of the '60s. Every song stands out on its own. "IGaTbtT" isn't perfect, but it's still worth listening to. Merry Christmas, everyone. 4 stars for "I've Got a Tiger by the Tail".
Pretty good. Nothing spectacular but a solid country album.
Sounds older than it is but I quite liked it.
country gold
Cryin’ Time always gets me 🥲
That was interesting. Never did much country music, this was fun though. My ears say 3, I like his fun stuff, the super sappy stuff not so much. But I'm giving it a 4 because it also made me laugh! Especially Wham Bam! First it's matrimony, then it's alimony. Almost spit my drink out.
Lots to unpack with this core Country album. The tail of Buck Owens' fight with Nashville-based Country™ led to his creation of the Bakersfield sound. That sound would go on to influence so much music coming out of the valley shortly after. We wouldn't be familiar with The Monkees, CSN&Y, Buffalo Springfield, Neil Young and more without Buck's influence. 4/5
Thoughts before listening: I know that Buck Owens is considered one of the greats of the country genre, especially what has been called the "Bakersfield sound", but I do not believe I have ever listened to him. I am expecting an enjoyable album of old style country. Review: Okay yeah, this is quintessential honky tonk country. This is the sound that inspired many of the country musicians I enjoy: Merle Haggard, Dwight Yoakam, Marty Stuart, etc, and Buck was a big influence on the country rock sound of the 70s as well. For a perfect example of Buck's reach to the rock world, the Beatles covered "Act Naturally" which is on this album. Overall, this is a very good example of the genre that I am glad to have heard. 4-stars
I’m glad to finally have a name for this subgenre of country music: “the Bakersfield sound”. I really like it.
Cool album
Fun!
This is actually pretty fun. You can kind of hear the origins of folk like Dwight Yoakum (and Wheeler Walker sounds just like him, except more crass) all over this. I love the musicianship on this record, even if some of the songs are pretty goofy. I’m rounding up on the score cause it’s markedly better than a 3-star record. It’s probably not quite a 4 for me, but I might actually listen to it again at some point, which has been one of my hallmarks for 4-star records. 3.7/5
I'm trying to decide if I love or hate this. Seriously cheesy country with all the country tropes coursing through it. But those tropes include some fun guitar work and a toe tapping groove. Hokey lyrics and that vocal twang isn't my taste, though. "Let the sad times roll on" is about the worst that country has to offer. "Fallin' for You" was much better. And Streets of Laredo I know more from Dave Bromberg, but that's a great track. I've been all over the spectrum on this one, but I think I'm landing on 4. A best of breed album of a genre I'm just not that into overall. But I gots to give props for how it grabs me more often than I'd ever have expected.
Catchy tune
Classic- loved it.
That was fun. Never listened to a full album of Buck Owens. My bad!
It's a full heaping serving of country with a side of country all smothered in country gravy raised to an exponent of country.
Une très jolie découverte!
Solid classic country.
was kinda rocking with this. i thought it was wayyyyy older than 1995
one of the few country records i truly enjoyed
yeeeee hawww
Underrated!
God damn you, Buck Owens. You’ve done it again, you son of a bitch.
Old school country. 7/10
At first I took this as a novelty cause you get thrown right in to country madness but there are definitely a lot of layers happening here. Need to listen to this again but it grew on me.
whats not to like.
Getting you in the right mood to get going! :)
I was initially disappointed when this album was revealed. I thought I was going to have to listen to Hee Haw. I was wrong again. Buck Owens is a great singer/songwriter. I would probably buy this album if the price was right. I can’t wait to see where may algorithm goes after this record.
That was fun. Never listened to a full album of Buck Owens. My bad!
I liked it more then most of the other Country records so far. Really good stuff and the cover at the end was just perfect.
I'm not much of a country fan but my god this album slapped me in the face with its swelling pedal steels, its stabbing Telecaster twang, and Buck Owens' voice soaring above it all. It's quintessential honky tonk Bakersfield sound by way of rock n' roll and Appalachia. It knows what it wants to be and what it wants to say and it does it well. I hate that modern pop country has turned into a bastardization of this.
Bakersfield’s finest! A true pioneer of the Bako sound and when I visit, no one shuts up about him and now that I’ve listened, I know why. This was fun! It was sonically cohesive yet each track had its own flavor. A stand out for me was Streets of Laredo. I wish he showcased his bass notes more! I appreciated the traditional Spanish and Hawaiian sounds sprinkled in. The instrumental piece A Maiden’s Prayer was nice too. I would have left the live songs out but I appreciated that they were so short. Some things don’t need to be so drawn out.
It's not the kind of music i usually like at all and i don't know how to explain what i liked about it, but it was nice
4/5
its pretty good but i wasnt paying attention
The Buckaroos were tight.
Nice sound. Very cool. Apparently progenitor off the Bakersfield sound. Something old and still timeless about it.
Wonderful old time country! This kind of music really is hard to beat.
Really enjoyed this. Love that old honey tone country stuff. Chose the first two tracks because I thought they represent the album well.
Absolutely class sad cowboy tunes. Who hurt this cowpoke.
Very fun listen!
Yup, that sure is a Buck Owens album. (I preferred "Memphis" when it was Chuck Berry. I preferred "Streets of Laredo" when it was the Smothers Brothers. But I did actually prefer this version of "Act Naturally" to Ringo's.) This one really stretches my ability to set aside "not my genre". I suspect it's really a very good album of...country? Americana? Whatever it is. But it's just not what I want to be listening to.
Bakersfield sound in full effect. The sound of the dusty hot desert when youre sad and lonely. Pedal steel and heartache
Classic original country music. All good except for wham bam.
4. 2
Great country album. The way country should sound.
Classic influential country music. I don’t listen to this stuff often, but I love what it influenced. A good reminder of how wrong and off the rails some country music has become (I’m looking at you, Jelly Roll).
Wham Bam, Thank You Ma'am, I'll Be On My Way 1001 Albums Generator 71 (07/10/2025) The first word that comes to mind when listening to Buck Owens' 1965 collaboration with The Buckaroos, I've Got A Tiger By The Tail, is sincerity. Throughout the short runtime of this sweet piece of country, I couldn't help but smile at the beautiful simplicity of the music and the lyrics. The lyrics of these songs are just so unapologetically earnest, and Owens' voice is so great. I was cheesing so hard the first time he went into his baritone in Streets of Laredo, while the heartbreak on display in The Band Keeps Playin' On is truly emotional. I've Got A Tiger By The Tail is one of the most famous examples of a substyle of Honky Tonk called Bakersfield Sound, which developed out of the migration of poor Oklahomans into California during the beginning of the 20th Century. Buck Owens was one of the greatest figures in this scene and had many highly popular albums throughout the 60's. It's so sad to see people on this site be so disparaging against this album. This is such a cute, inoffensive album, and the songs are written extremely well, played extremely well, and sung pretty well too! The only points of contention I really have are with the mixing, which features distracting panning and some levels issues, and the fact that there are some filler tracks, especially near the tail end of the album. The instrumental A Maiden's Prayer and the forgettable We're Gonna Let The Good Times Roll are probably the worst songs. Besides that, this album is fantastic, really. I listened three times today and kept wanting to go back for more. The opening title track is the best song. Wham Bam is such a bop and I can tell that Buck was having fun on this one. Can't blame a man for being focused on his bag, although for a fella who is "afraid of weddin' bells and rice and things", Owens had a funny way of showing it, having been married four times throughout his life. That's a lot of alimony, Buck! As I alluded to earlier, this album has a sad side to it as well. The best example of this side of the album is The Band Keeps Playin' On, which follows Buck's woman leaving a bar with her old lover while her and Buck's favorite song is playing. His emotion here is palpable. The final song (on the version I listened to) is Act Naturally, which was famously covered by The Beatles. I like The Beatles version slightly better, but the original is fun too. I've Got A Tiger By The Tail was a fun surprise. The rating on both 1001albumsgenerator.com and RateYourMusic had me worried, but I really enjoyed my time with it. Pretty easy 4/5. Favs: I've Got A Tiger By The Tail Wham Bam The Band Keeps Playin' On Least Fav: We're Gonna Let The Good Times Roll
George Jones and Buck Owens are the chicken and the egg. Doesn’t matter who was first. They’re both great.
Yehhaaaaaa! Leg slapping, story telling goodness. Enjoy the cadence, rhythm, clean production and narrative, innocent nature of the songs. Surprised by how much I like it. Something infectious about the song structures, rhythm and length. Really great song writing and stories on short, sharp, accomplished country bursts
Het klinkt echt als een jaren 50/60 album, maar wel met goeie nummers
It was good. What can I say
Roar
Ridiculous
I confess I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would. There is a fun spirit about it that appeals to me. Country isn’t my favourite genre but I liked this one 3.5. The 5 star system strikes again. What to do?
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This is my kinda country music. Very fine album, especially liked ending on Act Naturally.
This is just what I needed to hear today, and sounds terrific.
This is what country is supposed to sound like.
Only 2 songs I didn't like. Classy country.
Love Buck and this is a solid album.
I just finished writing my review of "In a Silent Way" by Miles Davis, so I won't get into Contemporary Country and "I like all music except for Country", one pretentious rant per day is all I can handle. Instead, I'm going to talk about the first time I heard the name Buck Owens. It was in a Creedence Clearwater Revival song, "Looking Out My Back Door". I re-listened to this album, then I listened to this song. I thought, this will all come full circle! Let's see why ol' John was feelin' such a chill vibe while he was "Listenin' to Buck Owens" and Doot Doot Doo looking out his back door! The song starts off well enough: "Just got home from Illinois, lock the front door, oh boy Got to sit down, take a rest on the porch Imagination sets in, pretty soon I'm singin' Doot, doot, doo, lookin' out my back door" A relatable scenario I suppose, locked out of the house, it's the time before smart phones, and all you can do is chill on the porch and daydream and sing. "There's a giant doin' cartwheels, a statue wearin' high heels Look at all the happy creatures dancin' on the lawn Dinosaur Victrola, listenin' to Buck Owens Doot, doot, doo, lookin' out my back door Tambourines and elephants are playin' in the band Won't you take a ride on the flyin' spoon? Doot, doo doo Wondrous apparition, provided by magician Doot, doot, doo, lookin' out my back door" Uhh...John? What happened in Illinois? Did they lock you out of the house on purpose? Just what kind of "apparition" did the "magician" provide? Does it help you ride the "flying spoon"? Good god! Okay, so John Fogerty was listening to Buck Owens and then tripped the gibberish fantastic. Got it. On to the review- any mention of this record gets the title track stuck in my head. It's great, it's the first track, and it's 2 minutes long. Listen to that song, and if you like it, you'll like this record. Not every song is as perfect as that song, but damn close. It's been so rewarding digging into classic country. There's a goldmine of classic country vinyl out there and it's cheap as fuck if you find it used! I feel a rant coming on....grrr...farmers field....sexy tractor...Toby Keith...LEE GREENWOOD.... okay breathe....think of Kacey Musgraves...think of Waxahatchee...phew. That was close.
I've listened to a lot of Buck Owens but have never heard this album in its entirety. Wish it had more of the brass that made the "Bakersfield" sound but it's still undeniably a great snapshot of his music. 3.5/4
This album was much better than I anticipated. Yes it was a bit cheesy, but also classy and something in songs like Laredo and Memphis connected with me.
It’s no secret that, as a general rule, country music doesn’t do much for me. However, there is the niche of old timey country that gets me feeling really happy and jaunty. Buck Owens falls firmly into this category. This had me smiling and having an all around good time from front to back. The stand out track for me was Wham Bam, which was the Hump Em Dump Em Situation of the 60’s.
Wham Bam Thank You Ma'ma? Means something different now, but uttered from a more innocent time is pretty badass. Love Buck. Hee Haw introduced him to the mainstream, but kinda crushed his reputation as an individual artist. His music is solid, and stands the test of time. I own this album, and plan to dust it off once more.
What can I say, Buck Owens is in this list not because he was breaking new ground, but because these are just a collection of solid gold country hits. I enjoyed this all the way through, though its not something I would regularly listen to. Great stuff, but I probably will revisit only once or twice.
Interesting to get this one soon after the George Jones album. Where that was a little weepy and slow, this was way more my speed. Loved the camp in Owens’ vocal delivery, got a kick out of his wild inconsistency — he went from Wham Bam see you later to the jilted lover in if you don’t love me anymore, to falling for someone at first sight in the span of three songs. We also let the sad times roll on side one and the good times roll on side two. I really enjoyed it, was flirting with a five star, but something held me back. I didn’t love the tones, a little harsh, considering the time of the recording, but the guitar was really thin as were the drums, particularly the high hat. But, this was lots of fun and I subscribe to Owens’ take on the genre.
I had a really fun time listening to this album. I’m a sucker for really cliche sounding country and this had it all: steel guitar, banjo, fiddle, themes of “my baby left me”, etc. It was so over the top that it hits that sweet spot of just letting yourself enjoy it for being almost silly. Plus many of these songs have such good structure that I’d love to hear other bands like CAKE put their own spin on covering them. I also really appreciated that despite being country, it wasn’t overly religious. If I needed to put on a country album, I’d strongly consider this one.
A dozen short Electric Country songs, the classic tales with a twang. Solid structure, a bridge btween Hank Williams and Gram Parsons.
Yeah I don’t usually care for country but this one was better for some reason
Old twangy country western music always hits when Spring amd Summer start coming around, dont know why, but this hit the spot perfectly.
Really fun country western album!
Didn't expect to recognize so many of the tracks
## In-Depth Review of *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* by Buck Owens Buck Owens' 1965 album *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* is a landmark in country music, showcasing the Bakersfield Sound that Owens helped pioneer. This review delves into the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence while weighing its strengths and weaknesses. --- ### **Lyrics** The lyrics on *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* are quintessentially country, blending humor, heartbreak, and storytelling. The title track, co-written by Owens and Harlan Howard, uses vivid imagery to describe a whirlwind romance with an unpredictable partner. The metaphor of "a tiger by the tail" conveys a sense of being overwhelmed by forces beyond control, making it both relatable and memorable[2][4]. Other tracks explore themes of love and loss. For instance: - "If You Fall Out of Love with Me" presents a man grappling with the fear of losing his partner but preferring ignorance over heartbreak[7]. - "Cryin' Time," later famously covered by Ray Charles, is a poignant reflection on inevitable separation[6]. - "Let the Sad Times Roll On" cleverly juxtaposes sadness with an upbeat rhythm to create an ironic twist[1]. While some songs like "Wham Bam" inject humor into otherwise serious topics, others such as "Streets of Laredo" lean heavily into traditional country tropes, which can feel dated or overly somber for modern listeners[1][3]. --- ### **Music** Musically, the album epitomizes the Bakersfield Sound—a rawer, stripped-down alternative to Nashville's polished productions. Key musical elements include: - **Don Rich's Telecaster Guitar**: The twangy riffs and harmonized guitar lines are central to the album's sound. Rich's playing blends traditional country with rockabilly influences, creating a dynamic and engaging listening experience[6][7]. - **Pedal Steel Guitar**: Tom Brumley's pedal steel work adds depth without overshadowing the core arrangements[6]. - **Tight Rhythms**: The upbeat tempos and driving rhythm section give many tracks an infectious energy, particularly on songs like "Memphis," a Chuck Berry cover that closes the album on a high note[1][7]. The melodies are simple yet effective, often leaning on catchy hooks that make the songs easy to remember. However, some tracks—like "The Band Keeps Playin' On"—feel repetitive or uninspired compared to standout moments like the title track or "Cryin' Time"[1][3]. --- ### **Production** Produced by Ken Nelson for Capitol Records, the album maintains a clean yet unembellished sound that aligns with its Bakersfield roots. However, there are notable flaws: - **Audio Quality**: Critics have pointed out issues with distortion in vocals and inconsistent mixing. The panning can be distracting at times, reflecting limitations in production techniques of the era[3]. - **Consistency**: While most tracks benefit from tight arrangements and clear instrumentation, others lack polish or feel rushed. This unevenness slightly detracts from the overall experience[1][3]. Despite these shortcomings, the production succeeds in capturing the raw energy of Owens and his Buckaroos. --- ### **Themes** Thematically, *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* explores: 1. **Love and Relationships**: Many songs delve into romantic struggles—whether it's dealing with heartbreak ("Cryin' Time") or navigating complex dynamics ("I've Got a Tiger By the Tail")[2][4]. 2. **Humor and Irony**: Tracks like "Wham Bam" use lighthearted storytelling to address serious topics in an accessible way[1]. 3. **Traditional Values vs Modernity**: Songs such as "Streets of Laredo" reflect Owens' nod to country traditions while others embrace more contemporary influences like rockabilly[6]. These themes resonate broadly but also reflect Owens’ ability to balance tradition with innovation. --- ### **Influence** The album's impact on country music cannot be overstated: - It solidified Buck Owens as a trailblazer of the Bakersfield Sound during an era dominated by Nashville's orchestral productions. - Tracks like "I've Got a Tiger By the Tail" and "Cryin' Time" became standards in country music, covered by artists across genres including Ray Charles and Waylon Jennings[4][6]. - Owens' influence extended far beyond his contemporaries. Artists like Dwight Yoakam, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban have cited him as an inspiration for blending traditional country with modern sensibilities[6]. Additionally, *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* reached #1 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart and crossed over to pop audiences by peaking at #43 on the Pop Albums chart—an impressive feat for a country record at the time[5]. --- ### **Pros** 1. **Iconic Title Track**: The title song is catchy, well-written, and showcases Owens' knack for blending humor with relatable themes. 2. **Musical Innovation**: Don Rich’s Telecaster guitar work is groundbreaking and remains influential. 3. **Genre Crossover Appeal**: The album bridges traditional country with rock influences, making it accessible to wider audiences. 4. **Legacy**: Its inclusion in *1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die* underscores its importance in music history[5]. --- ### **Cons** 1. **Inconsistent Quality**: While some tracks are exceptional ("Memphis," "Cryin' Time"), others feel lackluster or overly traditional ("The Band Keeps Playin’ On," "Streets of Laredo")[1][3]. 2. **Production Issues**: Distorted vocals and uneven mixing detract from an otherwise strong musical foundation[3]. 3. **Short Song Lengths**: Most tracks are under three minutes long; while this keeps things moving briskly, it can leave some songs feeling underdeveloped[1]. 4. **Limited Appeal for Purists**: Fans of either pure rock or pure country may find it too hybridized to fully satisfy their preferences[1][3]. --- ### Conclusion *I've Got a Tiger By the Tail* is both a celebration of Buck Owens’ artistry and a cornerstone of country music history. Its blend of humor, heartfelt lyrics, innovative instrumentation, and crossover appeal make it essential listening for fans of classic country. However, its inconsistencies in quality and production flaws prevent it from being flawless. Ultimately, this album represents Buck Owens at his peak—pioneering yet grounded in tradition—and stands as a testament to his enduring influence on generations of musicians.
Really good honky tonk 4/5
A great example of 1960s country that eventually gets us to outlaw country. Great track lengths and story telling. Something endearing about the rough production. The Bukaroos are killing it. Love the sound of the pedal steel guitar. Memphis has the vibes of a Beatles song. The Beatles obviously fans of this kind of music. They went on to cover Act Naturally. Act Naturally is such a great track. I hate new country.
Really liked story aspect of it Liked the vocals
"mmm, this one has a little sweetness to it!" - Keke Palmer
This was a super fun album. Ended up listening to it several times on repeat.
A light, fun album that encapsulates the West coast honkytonk explosion of the mid 1960's
Really enjoyed listening to one of the greats and hearing his version of many classic songs. My favorites were “Streets of Laredo” and “Act Naturally”
I'm really glad to hear some Bakersfield sound on this list. Buck Owens wrote good honky tonk music with a heavy Texas Swing influence, and I enjoy it subjectively. I understand it might not be everyone's preference. What I find particularly interesting is the sound of the records--very strong in the midranges and treble. The piercing sound of the mixes sounded good and clear on AM radios of the day and penetrated crowd noise in bars and juke joints. He played his Telecaster with heavy picks and mixed the pedal steel far forward in the mix. More than just a reaction to the Nashville sound, this was a very conscious decision of an artist manipulating the technology of his instruments and the medium to reach his audience.
A fantastic example of Country music that's actually good and not awful pop country slop like Zac brown Band etc.
Not bad but much of the same
Everyone says they listen to just about everything except country, I think this is an excellent counterpoint album to show to people who have this opinion. Almost all the songs on here were catchy, and definitely didn't reflect the cadence and vibe of a 21st century country piece. Solid album, the vocal range within Streets of Laredo was a real surprise.
This really gets rolling with 'Let the Sad Times Roll On,' tho the title track does hit with humor and joviality, most notably continued on 'Wham Bam,' a hilarious promotion for the rejection of matrimony. In terms of country voices, I prefer the likes of Marty Robbins, Tom T. Hall, Townes Van Zandt, and Blazes Foley, not to say anything of Patsy Cline or Johnny Cash. But even tho I sometimes feel like I'm being slammed with a festivity I'm not exactly invited to be a part of, there are enough wistful songs - 'If You Fall Out of Love With Me,' 'The Band Keeps Playin' On,' 'Streets of Laredo' (an all-time favorite), 'Cryin' Time,' 'A Maiden's Prayer' (instrumental) - to keep this album honest, and to satisfy my penchant for a mournful affect. And in terms of influence (the Bakersfield sound), this is a true topper.
Yes.
Let the sad times roll on and then we're gonna let the good times roll
Bastante bueno. Letras hermosas y, en general, es un álbum muy divertido de escuchar.
I really enjoyed this album.
Surprisingly good. This album caught me off guard. A wild ride I was not expecting. And unexpected Chuck Berry cover! I’m not willing to give this album five stars today, but I can see myself revisiting this album in future and my rating possibly growing to five stars.
14/1001 This is quite an interesting little album with a great variety within it track list from sombre ballads to fun rockabilly-country so. I’ve always been a fan of the classic 50s - 70s period of country music ever since I first heard about Johnny Cash, and though Buck Owens is quite different in his style and approach I’m impressed by his range. The obvious standouts are the title track (which I must admit is a bad album opener considering the tone of most of the album), Trouble and Me and Streets of Laredo. The latter of these showcasing Owens’ lower register, which is really pleasant to hear. 3,5/5
Bakersfield, CA. an absolute magnet for turned up chins and deserved criticism. Home to KoRn and Buck Owens! What an odd couple that is. This release from Buck Owens and his Buckaroos deserves no criticism for their efforts here. Upbeat country tunes, tales of heartbreak with some top notch vocals and sublime pedal steel guitar. It’s a quick hitter of an album at just over 30 minutes so you may as well twang on, Let the Good Times Roll and give it another spin. 4 stars
so as a beatles fan and as a casual enjoyer of old country music i found this an interesting listen. the beatles were big fans of buck owens' music (they even covered one of his songs) and so it was interesting to listen to it from that perspective, but also because it's an interesting album for the evolution of country music. buck owens' sound is very much his own and it is really highlighted here. it's all pretty pleasant and fun, but the tracklist is a bit hit or miss. the title track is probably the highlight here, but the big contrast, to me, bookends the album with his cover of chuck berry's 'memphis' which is fine but an unremarkable version. ultimately, it's pretty good, but a bit uneven.
Dude this is awesome and exactly what I want from older country music. So fun to listen to.
Other than Act Naturally, i don’t think I have ever listened to Buck Owens - I didn’t know he wrote Cryin’ Time which is on this album - but I have listened to a lot of artists whom he influenced. This is twangy, guitar-driven honky-tonk out of Bakersfield CA. You can hear Owen’s influence in Gram Parsons-era Byrds and Burritos, and Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yokum and many more. Telecasters and Nudie suits - this is where it started.
You either like classic country or you don't, and it doesn't get more classic country than this.
Sometimes you just like to listen to this kind of music. Buck and the boys check a box or two.
I hadn't listened to a Buck Owens album before yesterday and now I've listened to three. No particular song jumps out. Doesn't need to. It's fun and I like Bakersfield sound stuff. My teenage self would be shocked and disgusted to see me living (temporarily) in my rural hometown, driving a pickup truck to work (temporarily!), delighted when an old country song comes on the radio. music: appreciated. (⌐□_□)
This is the kind of music a guy’s Gido would listen to while a guy’s bouncing around in the passenger seat of a truck that should have a child seat but doesn’t.
While it tends to get repetitive, it’s still a very fun piece of old country.
Enjoyed it so much. Makes you happy with some country. And pissing myself at the lyrics so bloody dramatic
Delightful. Old school country just hits differently.
Honky Tonk electric guitar from the 50's/60's melts me, I love that shit. This was almost worthy of a 5, the range in emotions was super impressive, and I equally loved the emotional songs as much as the hootin' and hollerin' misogynist drinking anthems. Super solid listen, and something I'll be coming back to in the future. The only reason I'm not giving it a 5 is that it just didn't have that 'pizazz' that separates this from any other Honky Tonk album and makes it feel truly unique. Certainly an 8.5 to 9 out of ten though. Fuck this album art is creepy but.
American Country music can be broadly divided into three categories: 1. My sweetheart ran off with another man, I’m flat broke, and my dog died. 2. I am on amphetamines and have a gun. Also my heart is broken. 3. I will personally suckle the penis of every US serviceman. Also I own a truck. Category 3 is some of the worst dogshit ever put to record so it can be disregarded. Category 2 is probably what a lot of people would associate with country music. This is category 1. Everything a country artist recorded in the United States between probably 1900 and 1965 that wasn’t folk or bluegrass is this, all these guys are ready to throw themselves in a river, their shoes are worn out at the heel, they’ve got holes in their pockets, and their lady love threw the engagement ring off a cliff. Buck Owens may be one of the best to ever do it like this. I didn’t recognise him from name and picture but I think I’ve heard every single track on this record at some point in my childhood. Act naturally was on some country compilation CD we had that probably got played so much it fell apart. I love this shit.
While this album doesn't reach the heights of Marty Robbins, nor the depth of Johnny Cash or its Genre Siblings in Townes Van Zandt, it brings to the table a remarkable level of consistency. Although what I'm about to say may seem to contrast the aforementioned statement. EXTREMELY front loaded. 8/10 Fav tracks - I've got a tiger by the tail, let the sad times roll on, Wham Bam, If You Fall Out of Love With Me, Fallin for you, The Band Keeps Playin' On, Streets of Laredo, This Ol Heart Least Fav - none really
Yes! This is the kind of stuff I hope to find during this journey. Toe tapping, out my realm, other world of music. Saved probably 6-7 of these songs.
I don't know much about country music but this was very enjoyable. 4+/5
Classic country album, by the master of the "Bakersfield Sound". I was originally going to list what songs I liked those most, but after listening to the entire album, there really isn't a bad song on this one! Check it out if you want to hear some great classic country and western music. Don't miss/skip these tracks: Let The Sad Times Roll On Streets of Laredo A Maiden's Prayer 3.5/5 if I could, so I'll go for the higher of the 2 and rate it a 4. :-)
I enjoyed this one. Very nice classic country and western album. I liked that the production was a bit rough, it lends to the atmosphere.
Favourite tracks: I've got a tiger by the tail; let the sad times roll on; trouble and me; we're gonna let the good times roll
This was kind of fun. Enjoyed it more than I thought I would.
Good old school country album.
just chilling vibing nothing special but cute 3.5 YYM
4/5. Threw me for a loop at first, very strong energy from the first song. As the album went on, it was just great songwriting for each song, honestly enjoyed the album all the way through. Plus, the telecaster guitar near the front really provides a unique and exciting sound that brings that country feeling with some rock. The ballads I believe are my favorite. Hard to find any notes for improvement, but some songs have aged and are a little silly, but it almost adds to the vibe of the time and album. Best Song: If You Fall Out Of Love With Me, Streets of Laredo, I've Got A Tiger By The Tail
4.25
Love old country music. Not like today’s country. Grew up listening to it in the background of my childhood. Buck Owen’s one of the good ones.
60s country generally seems to avoid most of the things that I hate about country, and this is no different. It's very pretty and relaxing. I always love harmonies like this too.
The alternation between happy and sad songs is suitably unsubtle, and I initially flinched at the mythical, shiny country archetype, but the beautiful guitar work and the compact snappiness of the songs pleased me, and the Chuck Berry cover is apt: I like to think this was an overt flag that the style took much from rock n roll - black music, put bluntly.
Because most of modern-day country has me jaded for most of the genre, I'm always fascinated to look back on classic country to see where the true artists shine. So this record piqued my interest for sure. I really enjoyed this mix of twangy niche songs with some genuinely earnest country ballads. Coming in a right around 2 minutes per track, Owens has a great knack for leaving an impression with real efficiency. Wouldn't mind revisiting his other work in the future. Notable Tracks: - I've Got a Tiger By the Tail - catchy as all hell - Trouble and Me - If You Fall Out of Love With Me - Streets of Laredo - bass register very impressive - Act Naturally - "does the term 'cruel and unusual punishment' mean anything to you?!" 8/10
Kinda hokey, but i liked it
There's just something about these old country records and their ability to transport you to a shady New Mexico diner in the 1950s that resonates with me. Maybe it's just the very fact that an album like this has a distinct identity and knows exactly what it is and what it wants you to feel. No, this music isn't my favorite, and I don't go out of my way to seek out great cowboy artists from the 20th century, but every time I hear it, I'm transported, and it reminds me why I love music and why I do things like this exhaustive list! Thanks Buck.
some good old timey country. fun lyrics/songwriting
Solid older country album. Catchy tunes and well worth the listen.
The Bakersfield Sound - certainly preferable to the string and sequins of Nashville in the '60s. I keep waiting for the sound of beer bottles hitting the chicken wire...
prototypical country album, not complex lyrically. Solid foundational sound, sounded like George Strait before George Strait.
Favorite Tracks: I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail Streets of Laredo Act Naturally
Purty dang good !
Gotta like a little twang every now and then
Love me some country.
I love this older country sound. Sure, the mix is weird and sounds dated, but the songs are written so well (there's a reason every song on this album has a hundred different covers). It's an album that transports you to a time and place, even if it isn't your favorite sound. You can see the lights, the smoke in the air, and the man in the ridiculous suit strumming his guitar on stage. Heck, I can almost taste the cheap beer from here.
As rootin' tootin' a good time as a man can have Standouts: - I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail - Streets of Laredo (especially the part with the super deep voice chimes in) Album cover: A (bonus points for proudly looking like a human salami in an ornate decorative casing)
I love a nice twang. This album has a whole lot of twang. I love this album. Kit is entirely responsible for making me realize I do like country music, so I'm glad we're both here listening. There's something soothing and fun about the sound of these songs. I don't even mind that they all sound basically the same. I've got my foot tapping the entire time. I think my favorite songs were A Maiden's Prayer and The Band Keeps Playin' On. Those country boys knew what they were doing in the 50s and 60s. I'll definitely listen to this again. 8/10
Fallout ahh music. Loved it. Favorite song: Let the sad times roll on
Old country is an area of music that I'd like to get more into, so I'm happy to hear this. He's no Johnny Cash, but this album is chock full of fun little tunes and pretty ballads. The steel guitar rips throughout. I like my country with a bit more of an edge, but I still enjoyed this thoroughly.
Classic Buck Owen’s. Had I not been to Nashville three times this year I might not appreciate this as much, but - for all its corniness - it’s the best of a genre.
For country this was alright. The lyrics had none of the fakeness most country music unfortunately has. Music was alright to. So 4 stars.
A case can be made that Buck Owens was once the hippest man in rock n’ roll – and then he had to go all Hee-Haw. (See also, Campbell, Glen). Dwight Yoakam's proper homage has done a good bit to redeem the reputation. One loves the playing and all the fun being had here – both musically and lyrically – right alongside the serious high lonesome vibes. All he had to do was act naturally, no?
Yeah it sounds a little corny but it’s authentic Bakersfield and like lots of music I suppose its an acquired taste. This is the genuine article and it is a significant step in the evolution of country and western and rock n roll. Lots of people don’t appreciate Little Richard but there’s no Prince or U2 or Van Halen without him. If you hate Buck Owens, U2,Prince and Van Halen…. You might be Johnny Rotten.
Good songs, great writing. And country as can be.
Guess I'm a buckaroo, too. Extra star for writing my favorite Ray Charles song, Crying Time. 4.5/5
I want to get into country to the point where I know what the Bakersfield sound is. Doot doot dooo
I’m a sucker for pedal steel.
Rating: 7/10 Best songs: Wham bam, Fallin’ for you
Suprisingly fun, though it is certainly a pretty dated country style. Definitely a country twang with a rock and hillbilly angle. I could pass on Wham Bam, but the rest are straightforward and catchy.
Meni je ovo super 😊
Usually out of my wheelhouse, but very enjoyable. Some good ol' country hits the spot every once in a while.
Simpatico! 'Street of Laredo' che brividi!
When I’m in the mood for this, it totally hits the spot. 4/5
Enjoyed it while cooking
super fun I like this, feels a bit old/dated tho and I don’t love the variety of old it feels but overall good 7.5/10
Exactly the vibes I was looking for this morning. Very nice old country, pretty crisp recording, and his voice isn’t overly nasal. 8/10
Perhaps this is coloured by being a Brit, but if you said to me "imagine some honky tonk music", this is what it would sound like. Pretty fantastic. The Bakersfield Sound, right?
I absolutely loved this. This era of heartbroken country songs gets me every time. These are the kind of lyrics I wish I could write. From Tiger to the cover of Memphis, this kept me interested throughout. Would recommend.
Buck Owens and band mate Don Rich were the real deal and this is some fine country music. I love the Bakersfield sound!
Love the classic country music and this one does not disappoint!
7/10
I liked the old country feel of this album.
downloaded 1,3,4,5,6,8 and 10. i seem to like country, not used to this..
Country b classic
Sååå nice country hans sound är gyllene som solnedgången.... några låtar är fö sexist fö mig sku va 5 annars
This is what I think when I think twangy country
Prime dust bowl honky-tonk. I love this kind of music, but I haven't listened to a lot of albums, so this was a cool experience. Already listen to "Act Naturally" a lot and now I'll probably throw "Let the Sad Times Roll On" and "The Band Keeps Playin' On" into the mix. Thanks, Buck.
Probably a pretty polarizing album; either you love this kind of old honkey tonk country music or you don't. I tend to love it.
I like this album a lot more than expected. Simple songwriting, fun harmonies, something about the production quality itself is enjoyable. His voice comes through clear and bright like it was recorded today. Big in Vegas is an actual slapper.
Not my favorite country artist, but he was a major influence for some of my favorites. I enjoyed this album and enjoy listening to other artists play this music on other albums.
Good pure and simple drinking music.
Very good vocals and music overall. Just not my style.
What catchy tunes!!!
Twangy and up beat or twangy and sad. The album kept a quick pace. Favorite track was Memphis.
Fun
Some good songs
This would be so much better 4 beers deep, I’ve been wanting to listen to some proper good country, this is great.
I don't know why I like it, but I do. I guess it's just kinda fun.
not a country enjoyer, but so far this is the gold standard for it
Попали в настроение, прям кино в голове смотрела про ковбоев, пока слушала
LP
I can't help but enjoy classic country
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This was great! The first song had me tapping, grinning and singing along in no time. I can tell this guy had a huge knack to write great country songs! I'm eager to check out more. 8 out of 10
I was surprised I enjoyed this album as much as I did. I usually don't enjoy such straight-forward country albums, but I enjoyed how not seriously Buck Owens lyrics were. Country feel with a bit of silly. 4/5!
Turn on "mono audio" in the playback settings on spotify for a MUCH better listening experience.
Old country twang.
Classic country
Good classic hick country