Audio CD review:
Jonathan Edwards - Honky-Tonk Stardust Cowboy

Jonathan Edwards - Honky-Tonk Stardust Cowboy

Band: Jonathan Edwards Title: Honky-Tonk Stardust Cowboy Rating: Release Date: 2002-01-08 Media: Audio CD Tracks: 1: Stop and Start It All Again 2: Everything 3: Longest Ride 4: Give Us a Song 5: Dues Days Bar 6: Morning Train - Jonathan Edwards, Traditional 7: Ballad of Upsy Daisy - Jonathan Edwards, Dolce, Joe 8: It's a Beautiful Day 9: Sugar Babe - Jonathan Edwards, Young, Jesse Colin 10: Dream Song 11: Paper Doll - Jonathan Edwards, Black, Johnny 12: Honky-Tonk Stardust Cowboy - Jonathan Edwards, Statler, Darrell 13: That's What Our Life Is

Guitar player's friend. In the mid 1970's, I was "learning" to play the guitar. The title of my review describes this album to a T. The simplistic styling and rhythm of Jonathan Edwards' work allowed me the opportunity to "play along", and pick-up a straight forward, soft style of guitar playing. I had not heard this recording for quite sometime, but it still sounds as fresh to me in the 21st century as it did in the 70's. Not sure what ol' JE is doing these day, but, for me, he helped to contributed to my love of playing the guitar, as well as his work. At least, that's what I call it when my wife asks me about the noise I'm making. . . . Honky- Tonk Stardust Cowboy It has always been one of my top 5 L. I bought this album on vinyl, back in 1971. P. s of all times. Every where I would go, if I'd find a used copy, in fair shape, I would buy it. I could not understand why this, his best album, was never released on C. D. . Today I was surfing the internet and came across it, on C. D. , to my surprise. Needless to say I ordered it immediately. I would recommend it to people who like, country, folk, rock etc. It is just a great album with great songs. You will not be disappointed! . A Heartfelt, Personal Album that can Warm the Soul! It got destroyed due to me handeling it to death. My mother had the original vinyl of this album when I was a child and I used to love pulling it out of her collection and look at it. . as I did with all her other records. I replaced all of my mothers LPs in my late teens except for this one. It came as a total shock to be browsing through my favorite CD outlet in Downey when I came across the newly released CD of it! I bought it immediately. "Honkey Tonk Stardust Cowboy" is one of the best albums of the singer/songwriter era you're ever going to hear. Released in 1972 it got no promotion due to the fact that it had no single like "Sunshine" to give it some backup. This album is even better than his debut and a perfect accompaniment for a trip in your car. The songs mold together so perfectly you'd think you were listening to a "concept" album. . . and it is in it's own way. All the tracks are beautiful and Edwards is a total virtuoso on the mouth harp. . . the harmonica. Check out his playing on "Morning Train" and "Sugar Babe. " "That's What Our Life Is" closes the album perfectly and will bring tears to your eyes. For any fan of early '70s folk this album is an uexpected gem! . One of the Best Ever I ordered it on the strength of the other reviews and my belief that one can never go wrong with JE. I never owned this particular album, but had all of his others. I have been searching for years to find all his works on CD, so had to have this one. This one is a gem! JE is unique in his sound and the versatility of his talent. From the mournful ballads to the rollicking honky-tonk sound, this is an artist who truly loves his craft. I find that over the years many of his songs are still my favorites and even the memory of them brings about a longing to give a listen. Thank goodness Atlantic records released this wonderful album. I hope they will continue by reissuing "Have Yourself a Good Time For Me", "Rocking Chair", and "Sailboat. " This particular album, however, is truly a delight to listen to. Any JE fan will not be disappointed with this one!. Oops! My mistake on last review Simple "Jonathan Edwards". That first recording was right above Stardust on the listing, I don't know how I missed it. . . I don't know where I got "Capricorn" from, as written on my old tape, but maybe that was the label? Anyway, fantastic! I can get my old faves. You can see a complete list of all Jonathan Edwards discography, or go back to the Jonathan Edwards tabs