Back In The Day, 1981

Carl Mann

In Rockabilly Country

(Rockhouse)

At once, the listener appreciates the countrypolitan (uptown brass, sophisticated backing-voice choruses) and golden-age vibe (Sun-reminiscent pumping piano, twangy guitar). Carl's assured drawl signals that an easygoing nature lies dead center, and permeates the whole with welcoming warmth. An original showing the young cats how it's done.

Recommended: "Ain't Got No Home," "Sunny Side Of The Mountain," "When The Leaves Have All Turned Brown," "It Couldn't Happen With Me," "Knocking On The Backside," "Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain," "Rockin' The Boat Of Love"

Video: "Ain't Got No Home" (live)