TROUBADOUR is J.J. Cale's fourth album, and was released in 1976. It was on this album that the song "Cocaine" (later a hit for Eric Clapton) made its first appearance. Over the course of his first few albums, Cale clearly delineated who he was as a writer, singer, and guitarist. TROUBADOR continues that careful delineation.
The set's second number, "Travelin' Light," is a perfect introduction to J.J. Cale's craft. It's powered by a groove at once relentless and laid back. There are surprises throughout, including "Ride Me High," which is a deceptively complicated song that undulates as it rolls along. The album's one cover is "I'm a Gypsy Man" by Sonny Curtis. As always, the cover fits Cale like a pair of comfortable old sneakers.
- Format: Vinyl
- Genre: Rock, Blues, Folk
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TRACKS
A1 Hey Baby
A2 Travelin' Light
A3 You Got Something
A4 Ride Me High
A5 Hold On
A6 Cocaine
B1 I'm A Gypsy Man
B2 The Woman That Got Away
B3 Super Blue
B4 Let Me Do It To You
B5 Cherry
B6 You Got Me On So Bad
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