@@phishphan5732 Those are big shoes saying that Isbell is better than Springsteen. I'm not prepared to say that, but I can say that Isbell is a worthy descendant of the Springsteen line of singer-songwriters. There would be no Southeastern without Nebraska.
I felt like MIles was a love-letter to everything that has influenced him. It sounds to me like Jason's on his Les Paul and Sadler's got his Rickenbacker going - so half Neil Young and half Tom Petty. Then the outro feels very Beatles meets ELO meets Decemberists. (The latter would be more peers than influences - still gives me that feel though.) All the while it's still true to Isbell & the 400 Unit. I'd say overall this is one of Jason's strongest albums. It gets a little bogged down in spots but pulls itself out. Can't wait to hear some of these live, as Jason and the band are one of the best live acts around today.
This Ain't It stands out to me, too. "Oh baby how'd you end up here? In a Texas town with a wedding gown and a near-beer" What an opening line. Tells a long story in two sentences, setting up the rest of the song perfectly. Also I can't wait to hear live versions of it - I guarantee Sadler & Jason are gonna continue their guitar bromance trading licks on that one. 🤘🏻
Thanks for reviewing this album not many TH-camrs who review albums and have reviewed his albums before have reviewed this yet. There isn’t a good one like your review here. It’s great. Thanks
I have been into Jason and his journey from Truckers to current triumphs . I was heavy into the 400 live stuff , I would listen to his Van cover of Into the Mystic on repeat , God Damn Lonely Love , then that triumph , perfection of Cover Me Up up to Last of My Kind . I think Middle of the Morning is very Van Morrison , didn’t hear Fleetwood too much .
I do like that you appreciate the musician ship this band has. This is what hooked me the first time I saw them live. I grew up listening to classic rock, folk and country with my family. Although i haven't been able to witness some of the great classic rock bands in their prime, I feel this may be one of the tightest groups and lyrics we'll see. I feel they could eventually get up there with Springsteen and E street if they all stick it out. "Miles" to me had more of a Petty/Beatles mix to it. I Think his influences really came out on this album and i love it.
Speaking of Jason and Ryan Adams…it’s pretty shitty how Isbell dropped his friend through the hard times. Instead of helping him through it, he turned his back on him. Jason has a history of doing this.
I agree. He keeps calling Ryan Adams his buddy. Pretty sure it's the complete opposite of that. The review is a little over the top. Good album, but nowhere near his best.
In 2013 he was his friend. That’s the context of the statement. I know their friendship has fallen out…as for over the top, I just like to keep the channel focused on things I like. Glad you enjoyed the record.
This is a tough one, man, and you’re correct on a number of levels. I’ve heard people argue that Jason’s sobriety has made him a bit highfalutin, and that may be true, but often times people cross lines that are irreconcilable. I don’t know what either of these guys feel but I do know that, has I’ve gotten older, I’ve cut a fair number of people out of my life because of their toxic behavior. When does a friend become a sinking ship and why should anyone go down with it? I don’t know man. I feel it’s up to each individual to judge who is welcome at their table.
@@thebeatsessions8294 he not only dropped Ryan Adams, he treated Morgan Wallen the exact same way when he was “cancelled” in what was an over the top fake outrage over an incident that had zero to do with racism. Cancel culture is just a fad and weakminded people jump on board so they can signal that they espouse these same virtues and silently pray they don’t get cancelled as well. Wallen wasn’t significantly impacted by it, but Jason talked shit about him and treated him as a disposable friend/acquaintance. So goes the mindset of the typical liberal, little to no morals and everyone must think like they think and do what they say. I would never trust Jason enough to call him a friend (not that I’d ever be in that position), I’d be very wary.
i did get the impression that our reviewer had drank too many pitchers of isbell kool-aid but thanks to your description of "reunions", i have more faith that he's pretty close to "right on the money" because i loved that record. i've only heard 4 tracks so...thanks for the review.
I have a hard time with it too…I feel slightly hypocritical because I’ve called out other artists for it as well. Could have given “Georgia Blue” a better title for sure. I get that we only have two viable options in our elections but there’s nothing less rock and roll than playing inaugurations or other political shit.
@@thebeatsessions8294 I have felt like he is talking down to his fans since the whole lockdown fiasco. I get it. He cleaned his life up and got married he probably feels like he has it all figured out. Best wishes to him. That sort of thing can be fleeting. The universe is a fickle bitch.
It is an incredible album, but no surprise. He is the most talented songwriter working right now. The 400 Unit is a fantastic band.
Happy to hear you’re enjoying. The 400 Unit deserves a ton of credit for this effort.
Glad you shouted out Derry Deborja. That man is an incredible musician. The accordion on "Cast Iron Skillet" is beautiful.
He earned it!! His performance is outstanding on this record, especially “Cast Iron Skillet”. Thanks for stopping by!
Couldn't agree more. Jason Isbell is one of the greatest singer-songwriter-musicians of the last twenty years. The Springsteen of this generation.
He’s so good. Glad you’re enjoying, Fam!
Far better than Springsteen. Jason has a better voice and is a stellar guitarist.
@@phishphan5732 Those are big shoes saying that Isbell is better than Springsteen. I'm not prepared to say that, but I can say that Isbell is a worthy descendant of the Springsteen line of singer-songwriters. There would be no Southeastern without Nebraska.
@@phishphan5732 Yes! I agree ❤
@@phishphan5732too funny. I can't stop laughing at this comment. I think we have a fanboy.
I felt like MIles was a love-letter to everything that has influenced him. It sounds to me like Jason's on his Les Paul and Sadler's got his Rickenbacker going - so half Neil Young and half Tom Petty. Then the outro feels very Beatles meets ELO meets Decemberists. (The latter would be more peers than influences - still gives me that feel though.) All the while it's still true to Isbell & the 400 Unit.
I'd say overall this is one of Jason's strongest albums. It gets a little bogged down in spots but pulls itself out. Can't wait to hear some of these live, as Jason and the band are one of the best live acts around today.
Dig all of this, Shawn!! Thanks for throwing it down. Enjoy that show when they end up in your neck of the woods!
Jason Isbell is a musical genius. He makes me feel like we belong in this world . His songs have redefined what musical genus actually equals.
I’m not going to disagree with any of this!
King of Oklahoma is my initial favorite off the album, followed by This Ain’t It.
This Ain’t It is a pretty damn good song!
This Ain't It stands out to me, too.
"Oh baby how'd you end up here?
In a Texas town with a wedding gown and a near-beer"
What an opening line. Tells a long story in two sentences, setting up the rest of the song perfectly. Also I can't wait to hear live versions of it - I guarantee Sadler & Jason are gonna continue their guitar bromance trading licks on that one. 🤘🏻
Thanks for reviewing this album not many TH-camrs who review albums and have reviewed his albums before have reviewed this yet. There isn’t a good one like your review here. It’s great. Thanks
Thank you for your kind words, Thomas. Glad you’re enjoying the record.
I like this record better than Reunions but my favorite is Southeastern.
Southeastern is a damn fine record. Thanks for contributing.
Stellar
Stellar album for sure! Hope you feel the same way about the review!
I'm pretty sure When we were close is about JTE. Definitely about JTE
No disagreement here on that one!
It definitely is..
Just got mine today really well packaged vinyl proper inner covers and outer cover too
Nice!! Hope you’ve been enjoying that!
history will look up kindly at jason isbell
I have a feeling you are correct.
I have been into Jason and his journey from Truckers to current triumphs . I was heavy into the 400 live stuff , I would listen to his Van cover of Into the Mystic on repeat , God Damn Lonely Love , then that triumph , perfection of Cover Me Up up to Last of My Kind . I think Middle of the Morning is very Van Morrison , didn’t hear Fleetwood too much .
Jason’s had a pretty wild journey! Thanks for dropping in. I’m hearing that Van Morrison big time that you’ve mentioned it!
I do like that you appreciate the musician ship this band has. This is what hooked me the first time I saw them live. I grew up listening to classic rock, folk and country with my family. Although i haven't been able to witness some of the great classic rock bands in their prime, I feel this may be one of the tightest groups and lyrics we'll see. I feel they could eventually get up there with Springsteen and E street if they all stick it out. "Miles" to me had more of a Petty/Beatles mix to it. I Think his influences really came out on this album and i love it.
From one Mitch to another, thanks for all your thoughts! Stoked you dig the record…heard a few others make that E Street comparison and I dig it.
White Barreta is the best song on the album.
That’s a great choice!
@@thebeatsessions8294 i would like to know the story behind the lyrics.
As an Alabama guy there isn’t any difference between Alabama and Georgia. It’s the same place.
I haven’t spent much time out there but that has been my impression so far.
Do you have a link for the music box episode you mentioned?
As far as I know it’s on HBO and you need some type of subscription.
Speaking of Jason and Ryan Adams…it’s pretty shitty how Isbell dropped his friend through the hard times. Instead of helping him through it, he turned his back on him. Jason has a history of doing this.
I agree. He keeps calling Ryan Adams his buddy. Pretty sure it's the complete opposite of that. The review is a little over the top. Good album, but nowhere near his best.
In 2013 he was his friend. That’s the context of the statement. I know their friendship has fallen out…as for over the top, I just like to keep the channel focused on things I like. Glad you enjoyed the record.
This is a tough one, man, and you’re correct on a number of levels. I’ve heard people argue that Jason’s sobriety has made him a bit highfalutin, and that may be true, but often times people cross lines that are irreconcilable. I don’t know what either of these guys feel but I do know that, has I’ve gotten older, I’ve cut a fair number of people out of my life because of their toxic behavior. When does a friend become a sinking ship and why should anyone go down with it? I don’t know man. I feel it’s up to each individual to judge who is welcome at their table.
@@thebeatsessions8294 he not only dropped Ryan Adams, he treated Morgan Wallen the exact same way when he was “cancelled” in what was an over the top fake outrage over an incident that had zero to do with racism. Cancel culture is just a fad and weakminded people jump on board so they can signal that they espouse these same virtues and silently pray they don’t get cancelled as well. Wallen wasn’t significantly impacted by it, but Jason talked shit about him and treated him as a disposable friend/acquaintance. So goes the mindset of the typical liberal, little to no morals and everyone must think like they think and do what they say. I would never trust Jason enough to call him a friend (not that I’d ever be in that position), I’d be very wary.
Derry De boar ha
Is it! Thank you!
I thought Reunions was his worst record and I'm not so sure about this new one.
i did get the impression that our reviewer had drank too many pitchers of isbell kool-aid but thanks to your description of "reunions", i have more faith that he's pretty close to "right on the money" because i loved that record. i've only heard 4 tracks so...thanks for the review.
@@marcyfan-tz4wj It’s his worst record. What would your choice be?
Thank you, Marcyfan…and, admittedly, I chug this dude’s kool-aid!
I don’t know if worst is a word one can use for any of Jason’s records…he doesn’t make bad music.
@@thebeatsessions8294 I agree.
I used to be a huge fan but he has completely put me off with all the stupid political stuff.
I have a hard time with it too…I feel slightly hypocritical because I’ve called out other artists for it as well. Could have given “Georgia Blue” a better title for sure. I get that we only have two viable options in our elections but there’s nothing less rock and roll than playing inaugurations or other political shit.
@@thebeatsessions8294 I have felt like he is talking down to his fans since the whole lockdown fiasco. I get it. He cleaned his life up and got married he probably feels like he has it all figured out. Best wishes to him. That sort of thing can be fleeting. The universe is a fickle bitch.
@@JerseyMiller clearly this album is about things NOT being figured out....
When has he been NOT political. ou can go back to DBT...
If you think he’s acting like he’s got it all together then you aren’t listening.