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- Summary: The latest release for the alt-country band features songs written by the group's frontman, Gary Louris, for other artists such as the Dixie Chicks, Jakob Dylan, Carrie Rodriguez, Scott Thomas, and Wild Feathers.
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- Record Label: Legacy
- Genre(s): Country, Americana, Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Country-Rock
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UncutAug 16, 2018The album keeps faith with The Jayhawks' trademark expansive Americana. [Oct 2018, p.29]
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Jul 24, 2018Still finding new ways to refine and expand a beloved sound, Back Roads and Abandoned Motels is, start to finish, the Jayhawks' most enjoyable record since Rainy Day Music.
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Jul 24, 2018Even though they were assembled from different years and with other artists’ input, Back Roads And Abandoned Motels feels as cohesive and organic as the best Jayhawks releases.
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Jul 24, 2018The best songs on Back Roads and Abandoned Motels are a lovely reminder of what the Jayhawks have been doing so well for over 30 years, and if this album might make one wonder if Gary Louris is running low on songwriting ideas, he still leads a band to be reckoned with.
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MojoJul 24, 2018Louris and company have created a soothing balm for overly neurotic and trying times. [Sep 2018, p.89]
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