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 01. "She's the kind of girl" 02. "One in a hundred" 03. "Here tonight" 04. "Full circle song" 05. "In a misty morning" 06. "Rough and rocky" 07. "Roadmaster" 08. "I really don't want to know" 09. "I remember the railroad" 10. "She don't care about time" 11. "Shooting star"
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1970-1972 Recordings + 2 Byrds And 1 Flying Burrito Tr. |
| | Description: | This is overall one of his very best albums, and the competition's tough here with great albums like â??White Lightâ??, â??No Otherâ?? and â??Firebyrdâ??. Gene Clark was more than the "Dylan" or "Neil Young" that never was...He was the "Gene Clark " that never was. And "Roadmaster" might be the Gene Clark album that never was...This was originally recorded as a follow-up to his now legendary â??White Lightâ??. But he only recorded eight songs back then, and it wasn't released. It was released only in Germany and Holland with three additional tracks Clark recorded with The Byrds (â??She's The Kind Of Girlâ? and â??One In A Hundredâ?) and The Flying Burrito Brothers (â??Here Tonightâ?). - 1970-1972 RECORDINGS + 2 BYRDS AND 1 FLYING BURRITO TR.Vinyl LP pressing. This is overall one of his very best albums, and the competition's tough here with great albums like 'White Light', 'No Other' and 'Firebyrd'. Gene Clark was more than the 'Dylan' or 'Neil Young' that never was... He was the 'Gene Clark' that never was. And 'Roadmaster' might be the Gene Clark album that never was... This was originally recorded as a follow-up to his now legendary 'White Light'. But he only recorded eight songs back then, and it wasn't released. It was released only in Germany and Holland with three additional tracks Clark recorded with The Byrds ('She's The Kind Of Girl' and 'One In A Hundred') and The Flying Burrito Brothers ('Here Tonight').Original release ? &© 1973 A&M Records, Inc.
This release ? &© 2019 Universal Music B.V.
Made in the EU.
Track 1: recorded May 12, 1970 and July 10, 1970.
Track 2: recorded February 1971 and April 1, 1971.
Tracks 4 to 6: recorded April 17/18/24, May 1/5/27, June 6/12, 1972.
Tracks 7 to 11: recorded April 17/18/19/20/24, May 1/3/30, June 1/5/6/13, 1972.
"Roadmaster" is a classic solo album by American singer-songwriter Gene Clark, presented here in high-quality CD format by the reissue label Music On CD. Originally recorded in the early 1970s, the album captures Clark's unique blend of country, folk and rock with deeply emotional, introspective songwriting. "Roadmaster" is marked by warm acoustic textures, subtle country-rock arrangements and Clark's unmistakable, slightly melancholic voice. The songs unfold like intimate stories on the road: reflective ballads, mid-tempo country-rock pieces and atmospherically dense tracks that show why Gene Clark is regarded as one of the most gifted songwriters to emerge from the Los Angeles scene. The production focuses on songwriting and vocal performance rather than studio gimmicks, giving the album a timeless, organic sound that still resonates with fans of classic Americana and singer-songwriter music.
Gene Clark first became known as a founding member and main songwriter of The Byrds, one of the most influential American bands of the 1960s. With The Byrds he helped shape the sound of folk rock and country rock, contributing key songs that became standards of the era. After leaving the band, Clark developed a solo career distinguished by sophisticated songwriting, emotional depth and a pioneering fusion of country, folk and rock elements. Although he never achieved the commercial profile of some of his contemporaries, his albums - including "Roadmaster" - have gained cult status and are often cited as essential inspirations by later generations of Americana and alt-country artists. His ability to write haunting melodies with literate, often introspective lyrics has secured him a lasting place in music history.
Music On CD is a specialized label dedicated to high-quality reissues of important albums from past decades. Their focus is on preserving musical heritage and making classics and hidden gems available again in carefully produced CD editions. Releases by Music On CD typically feature excellent audio quality and faithful reproduction of the original album artwork and track listings, appealing to collectors and music lovers who value both sound and presentation. With "Roadmaster," Music On CD brings an essential Gene Clark recording back into circulation, offering both long-time fans and new listeners the opportunity to rediscover this key work in his catalogue. This edition is ideal for anyone who appreciates classic singer-songwriter albums, the roots of country rock, and the craftsmanship of a major, if often underrated, songwriting talent. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
MOCCD13708 |
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