When I saw the Dog Commercial for Traveler's Insurance I had to have the song. This is the best commercial on TV it's Humane appeals to animal lovers and you can't help but to want to have that particular dog in your house. After two weeks of searching found the artist and purchased the CD. The music is earthy ~ Ray LaMontagne has that voice that makes you feel the pain, joy and the disappointment of the music when he sings. I love the CD and the collection of songs. Needless to say Trouble is my Favorite. Have never heard of the artist before the Trouble Theme song, but will be looking for more of his music. Theresa
I bought this CD because of one song, Forever My Friend, and I ended up loving the entire thing. I don't mean that I liked almost all the songs. Every song is great. Ray LaMontagne's voice and style are much like Van Morrison and very different than anything out there today. One of his songs, Shelter, has even been featured on several weekly TV dramas, and Kelly Clarkson has been known to cover it at her concerts. Now, I am NOT a Kelly Clarkson fan by any means, but that gives you an idea of the range of this guy. I really recommend this highly to anyone who appreciates good music and lyrics. He is truly gifted.
You will not find a more raw and real individual than this man. The recording is a little ruff around the edges but this does not take away from the experience, it, rather, compliments LaMontagne's gritty voice and timbre. The song writing is nothing short of brilliant, full of emotion and campfire storytelling detail. This album will be in your rotation 10 years from now. Give it a listen and I promise you will be hooked.
I first heard Ray Lomontagne on a replay of Austin City Limits about 3 week ago. I only caught the last song in his set "Heaven is a Honky Tonk" but I was hooked. I ordered "Trouble" the next day. I have to say that it is one of my top ten albums no my all time list. There is not a weak song from top to bottom on this album. His amazing voice and songwritting are showcased in songs like "Trouble", "Jolene", "Shelter", and "Burn". He puts is heart and soul into every song, which he wrote by the way. I promise you won't be disappointed with this album!
Great performance by a great singer. Highly recommend this cd
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