James, I know you feel that your opinion is the law and that everyone else is clueless. You showed your true colors when you said "even Bruce Robison." I can't even begin to tell you how many great songs he has written and sold. If that's where an artist wants to go, then he's certainly done it. Big bucks in that, just ask Susan Gibson. Oh wait, your probably don't appreciate her either. I asked a simple question. Where have you commented on anything in a positive manner? That's my issue with you. Wait, you did mention Bolland. I'm really curious who your favorites are. I'm sure i'll agree. Keep it recent, I'm sure we all like Hank Sr.
What can I say that hasn't already been said about Bruce Robison's song writing? Why I'm writing a review for someone who needs no review is a mystery, except...I just can't say it enough! I admire his songwriting like nobody's business! Your CD collection is lacking if you do not have Bruce Robison in it...however..you probably do and don't know it...If you have Tim McGraw (Angry all the time), Dixie Chicks (Soldier song), George Strait (Desperately), then you have Bruce Robison's music. I also must praise his work encouraging young country artists. Bruce Robison has selectively produced CD's for artists like Max Stalling (One of the Ways). Bruce Robison is a name I always look for on CD's! I highly recommend his CD's! I can not say the word "highly" enough. Thanks, Gina
Bruce can write a damn song and that is where the talent is. Any old jackass can sing a song. Bruce's words and melody are amazing unlike that queer tim mcgraw who has to use someone else to write his songs. In my opinion, Bruce sang angry all the time way better than timmy. And Bruce's wife, Kelly Willis, is way hotter than Faith in my opinion.
Bruce's version of "Travellin' Soldier" makes the D.C.'s version seem insignificant.
Bruce Robison; simply a Texas country music icon. If you haven't heard his music, go buy any of his CDs as soon as you can. You, like I, will love his music.
I'll never forgive him for letting Tim McFag and Faith sing his song. It is like taking a fine violin and giving it to a 3 year old to play with. It is like nails down a chalkboard. It is as wrong as two boys.... you get my point.
BR is one of the finest singers and songwriters out there. He has a great mellow voice like a warm blanket to comfort you when you are cold. Everyone of his CDs forces you to feel that life isn't that bad. I don't know. There really isn't anything else to say about him except: He is like a young Angel singing sweet lullabys to a crowd of drunks and whores.
If you're reading this and you liked this album or anything on this site, I encourage you to take a few minutes and write one yourself. Also support your opinion with something besides how you feel. For once think about what you're about to say before you write it down. I noticed that Bruce had only a couple of reviews for this album, and Cross Canadian had 124 for one of their CD's. Something about that isn't right when Bruce writes about reality and dealing with everyday situations and CCR sings poorly about wanting to be president. I'm getting slightly off track here so this is what I think about Bruce. Absolutely fantastic. This album truly plays with your emotions. From the light hearted "Devil may care," to the suddenly sobering "Sixteen," Bruce delivers another 11 reasons to love and respect this man's gift. For the common collector of Texas Singer Songwriter this album may seem to be boring, certainly not as mindless as the majority of singer/songwriter efforts today. Bruce actually has something to say, and for those of us who aren't content with the same ol thing, we're all ears.
Excellent CD. "Angry All the Time" and "Desperately" are both excellent songs as are all the others on this album. The overall songwriting is of the highest quality. Pick up this cd TODAY. You won't be disappointed.
