Nashville

A great album, but a little disjointed compared to a lot of Frisell's previous and subsequent work. I like it quite a bit, but I know of other Frisell fans who give this one a pass. Having a singer on this album is quite jarring if you are a fan of Frisell, since 99% of his works are instrumental. Yes, I pulled that figure from my hat, but it is probably close. Bill's not trying to be 'country' here. He's not trying to be 'jazz' here either. He is just being Bill Frisell, and he's doing it with a Nashville twinge. Keep in mind that Nashville is home to many musicians other than country players. On the whole, the music is really great here, it just doesn't quite gel as an album the way "Good Dog, Happy Man" or "Gone Just Like a Train" does.

In fact, I'm sure Frisell knew *exactly* what he was doing with this Who's Who of ace Nashvilleines, even if it was a totally new one on me. Heck, I thought I'd discovered a new 'secret' maestro to worship outside the roar of the crowd.Apart from Frisell's album with Ginger Baker, this is the one I play to my fellow gigsters just to smirk when they go "Who IS that guy?"A great sound, enhanced by non-pareil musicians: the incomparable Jerry Douglas whose dobro playing sets the standard for others to be judged by; the siren-voiced Robin Holcomb with an impeccable handling of Neil Young's 'One of These Days'; bassist Viktor Krauss and Adam Steffey in surprisingly muscular mandolin form.I would not have placed this as Frisell's field of forte, but that wiley genius just keeps surprising and pleasing me with effortless and genial ownership of anything he works his fretboard magic on.

Been listening to Frisell for years. This one exceeded my expectations. Can't wait to hear his contribution to Lucinda Williams latest

Wonderfully engaging and intelligent musician and back-up band.

👍

The guy is just incredible. Great guitarist.

Now a quarter of a century old, “Nashville" from Bill Frisell gets on base but it does not rank as one of his best albums. As always, Frisell shows himself to be versatile and an excellent guitarist. But this album, an homage to C&W while even offering nods to bluegrass, did not click while some of the pieces--especially “Brother”--outstayed their welcome. Robin Holcomb is always welcome but I was a little surprised that she sings on three songs here. There are some fine outings here including “Gimme a Holler" and “Keep Your Eyes Open” and this is not a bad album by any means. But it’s also one that did not stand out to me--and, admittedly, I have high expectations for Frisell. I'm in the minority here as most of the reviews here are glowing. In any case, I’d offer 3.25 stars--certainly on the high side of average--if possible which rounds down to 3 stars.

I have worn the 0s and 1s off this album. Why don't you already own it???Tons of great playing, great melodies and that incredible space that BF creates.This is one of my favorite /driving records/ One of the records that I put on when I'm on a long drive.ignore the 'this album could have been this or that. why doesn't it do this?' critics. Ridiculous.

BF is such an interesting musician and unique guitarist. Plays with a lot of space.

Incredible, warm pressing of this beautiful and wide-reaching album. This is stunning — the musicianship, production and packaging. Haven't taken this off the turntable for days. Bill is a G*d. While there are many re-pressings out there, this is one that is actually worthy of having been re-pressed, and they have done it right. Just wish I could get Bill's other stuff at this quality, instead of on mere CD or dubiously mass-produced labels like Simply Vinyl... I mean, are those even mastered / overseen other than by some suit at Sony? But this double record, is the cheese.

This album represents another dimension in the evolution of Bill Frisell which I enjoyed sampling. Love Frisell!

Musikalisch wie fertigungstechnisch (Pressung ) ABSOLUT TOP !!!!!!!!

I don't like country very much, but with him, i make and exception.