Drive By Truckers Go Go Boots Tour

[el_chode]

I am by no means a diehard fan, and it took me a while to "get" them, but it started with the first half of The Big To-Do, and then like a 4th or 5th try of Southern Rock Opera

Now I'm obsessed with Southern Rock Opera but haven't really gotten into whole albums otherwise, just a few tracks off each.

I think it's hard to pick one track off SRO because it's supposed to be one long thing "obviously"

So, now, I"m going to put on their other albums to see if the click

[Jon T.]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

[el_chode]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

[Jon T.]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

Now I'm going to get in over my head.  But, pretty sure there has always been three songwriters it just a matter of who the third is.  Jason Isbell wrote some (damn good) songs but he is no longer in the band.  Now, his (ex-wife, I believe) is the the third songwriter.

[johnnYYac]

Thanks, Jon T. and El C.  I think I'm on my way to a little DBT discovery day.  I've rung the MMJ sponge mighty dry lately, so figure I'd expand my horizons. 

[Jon T.]

No problem.  I may be talking out of my ass on some of that so hopefully someone will clarify.

I also meant to put in a plug for Napster.  Not sure who uses it or not.  It isn't the Napster it used to be.  It is now a legal subscription service.  $10 a month and a huge selection of music.  You can listen over anything that has an internet connection, including iphone.  Only problem is that you can't download it. Only stream it. Still, I'm a big fan of it.   I highly recommend it for any music lover, which is basically everyone here.

[el_chode]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

Now I'm going to get in over my head.  But, pretty sure there has always been three songwriters it just a matter of who the third is.  Jason Isbell wrote some (damn good) songs but he is no longer in the band.  Now, his (ex-wife, I believe) is the the third songwriter.

Doesn't the bassist do a lot of the songs on SRO? Where's Penny when you need her

I refuse to support any streaming service on principal that (a) it justifies their (the Industry) belief that fans are not supposed to own music and (b) if I'm going to pay to stream, I'm going to pay it to a station like Soma that gives me the value-added benefit of a human who knows music curating a playlist to make it flow

[Jon T.]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

Now I'm going to get in over my head.  But, pretty sure there has always been three songwriters it just a matter of who the third is.  Jason Isbell wrote some (damn good) songs but he is no longer in the band.  Now, his (ex-wife, I believe) is the the third songwriter.

Doesn't the bassist do a lot of the songs on SRO? Where's Penny when you need her

I refuse to support any streaming service on principal that (a) it justifies their (the Industry) belief that fans are not supposed to own music and (b) if I'm going to pay to stream, I'm going to pay it to a station like Soma that gives me the value-added benefit of a human who knows music curating a playlist to make it flow

Fair enough on the first point.  But, on your second point,  I don't use it to stream radio, although you can stream "mixes" on Napster.  But, you can also listen to anything you want whenever you want.  Create your own mix of exactly what you want or listen to any album you want at anytime.  That is what I like about it.  I still use Pandora if I just want a mix.  But, when you want to hear something specific, Napster comes in handy.  For instance, JY can go on there right now and listen to any DBT album he wants as many times as he wants, then move on to something else if he wants. 

[el_chode]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

Now I'm going to get in over my head.  But, pretty sure there has always been three songwriters it just a matter of who the third is.  Jason Isbell wrote some (damn good) songs but he is no longer in the band.  Now, his (ex-wife, I believe) is the the third songwriter.

Doesn't the bassist do a lot of the songs on SRO? Where's Penny when you need her

I refuse to support any streaming service on principal that (a) it justifies their (the Industry) belief that fans are not supposed to own music and (b) if I'm going to pay to stream, I'm going to pay it to a station like Soma that gives me the value-added benefit of a human who knows music curating a playlist to make it flow

Fair enough on the first point.  But, on your second point,  I don't use it to stream radio, although you can stream "mixes" on Napster.  But, you can also listen to anything you want whenever you want.  Create your own mix of exactly what you want or listen to any album you want at anytime.  That is what I like about it.  I still use Pandora if I just want a mix.  But, when you want to hear something specific, Napster comes in handy.  For instance, JY can go on there right now and listen to any DBT album he wants as many times as he wants, then move on to something else if he wants.

My issue is more of a philosophical point made by the industry. I've met with some guys from sony, because this method of music distribution is the primary means in Latin/Central America where more people are web-connected through their phones than PCs. Basically, if they can't force customers to re-purchase the content on a new format every year, they want to move to a format where no one owns the music. It then becomes a licensed use instead of a purchased product, and the Industry is free to revoke access and play around as they see fit. I don't want to give them my money to encourage that, especially watching the battles surrounding Hulu and streaming content.

But here I go, HiYYacking the thread again

[Ruckus]

Thanks, Jon T. and El C.  I think I'm on my way to a little DBT discovery day.  I've rung the MMJ sponge mighty dry lately, so figure I'd expand my horizons.

Yeah, I figure Penny is the one to ask.  I mean she's only seen them 20x over the past year.

As others have mentioned, SRO is considered a classic and is a good starting point.  Decoration Day and Dirty South would be too.

Off to go see them in a couple of hours.   8)

[lucylew]

Planning on going to SF for my birthday and, lo and behold, they are playing the Fillmore.  Methinks we'll have to check 'em out.

[joey_rogo]

just saw secret to a happy ending. i want to be friends with these guys.

[Penny Lane]

just saw secret to a happy ending. i want to be friends with these guys.

i went to DC this past weekend to see them and Friday night there was this asshole in the audience terrorizing people, groping women, etc my friend posted about it on their forum word of mouth from the forum to the band spread and on Sat he got an email from Patterson personally apologizing and offering to put him and his wife on the guest list for any shows on the upcoming tour..then Sat night Patterson went on a tirade about the guy during the intro of one of their songs. they are truly awesome people...i think everyone needs to watch that movie

[Penny Lane]

I have never really listened to this band, no particular reason why. Even saw them at a festival once and they seemed pretty good.

Where should I start? It seems that Brighter than Creation's Dark, The Big To-Do and A Blessing and a Curse are all available through my local library consortium, love the f-ing library.

Also I didn't see anyone post this link but their new disc is streaming here:

http://www.spinner.com/new-releases#/2

I'm basically asking the same question wolof7 asked above.  I don't have one DBT track.  Where should I start?  Make me like them.  Give me an album title to start with.

I am by no means an expert, but I would recommend "Decoration Day" to start.   Southern Rock Opera is of course very, very good.  But it's a doozy. That would be the only reason I would suggest DD over SRO.  Just a little easier to digest and listen from start to finish.  Personally, I don't like listening to a track or two.  I am definitely an album person. If that doensn't matter to you, you really can't go wrong with either.

Also, if I'm not mistaken, and depending on the album, they've got 3 songwriters, right?

Now I'm going to get in over my head.  But, pretty sure there has always been three songwriters it just a matter of who the third is.  Jason Isbell wrote some (damn good) songs but he is no longer in the band.  Now, his (ex-wife, I believe) is the the third songwriter.

Doesn't the bassist do a lot of the songs on SRO? Where's Penny when you need her

I refuse to support any streaming service on principal that (a) it justifies their (the Industry) belief that fans are not supposed to own music and (b) if I'm going to pay to stream, I'm going to pay it to a station like Soma that gives me the value-added benefit of a human who knows music curating a playlist to make it flow

Fair enough on the first point.  But, on your second point,  I don't use it to stream radio, although you can stream "mixes" on Napster.  But, you can also listen to anything you want whenever you want.  Create your own mix of exactly what you want or listen to any album you want at anytime.  That is what I like about it.  I still use Pandora if I just want a mix.  But, when you want to hear something specific, Napster comes in handy.  For instance, JY can go on there right now and listen to any DBT album he wants as many times as he wants, then move on to something else if he wants.

My issue is more of a philosophical point made by the industry. I've met with some guys from sony, because this method of music distribution is the primary means in Latin/Central America where more people are web-connected through their phones than PCs. Basically, if they can't force customers to re-purchase the content on a new format every year, they want to move to a format where no one owns the music. It then becomes a licensed use instead of a purchased product, and the Industry is free to revoke access and play around as they see fit. I don't want to give them my money to encourage that, especially watching the battles surrounding Hulu and streaming content.

But here I go, HiYYacking the thread again

sorry been away from the forum for a few days..

well you can always start in chronological order BUT johnny knowing your tastes, i would start with my favorite albums (the Jason Isbell years) Decoration Day or The Dirty South--those are the most melodic..Southern Rock Opera was a huge undertaking and a lot of people's favorites..you have to go through these albums slowly..there are so many nuances..Patterson likes to write more about people he's known in real life (Living Bubba, careless, 18 wheels, bulldozers and dirt, sands of iwa jima--pretty much every patterson song) is written about real people, either friend or relative or historical figure (bear bryant, george wallace)...DBT are a history lesson combined with the grittiness of trailer parks and prostitution and bootlegging--They had cooley and patterson writing, then Jason was brought in, then when Jason left (he and shonna divorced), shonna has been writing songs for the past 3 albums..(and singing)...so i guess my recommendation is to not take this lightly, but when you listen to the songs, look especially at the lyrics and note which songs are Pattersons, Jasons, or Cooleys..start with The Dirty South, then Decoration Day, then SRO---after that it's up for grabs. Headhunter LOVES the fine print--which has some awesome songs..i'm by no means an expert, there are people on this forum that know more than i do--i really just love what this band is doing, i love how they treat their fans, i love how the tours are set up so you can travel to see them, i love how they work hard and appreciate their fans and each show is 3 hours plus/with at least 30-35 songs.

[joey_rogo]

just saw secret to a happy ending. i want to be friends with these guys.

i went to DC this past weekend to see them and Friday night there was this asshole in the audience terrorizing people, groping women, etc my friend posted about it on their forum word of mouth from the forum to the band spread and on Sat he got an email from Patterson personally apologizing and offering to put him and his wife on the guest list for any shows on the upcoming tour..then Sat night Patterson went on a tirade about the guy during the intro of one of their songs. they are truly awesome people...i think everyone needs to watch that movie

that is awesome. yeah pat just seems like the nicest guy ever. even the recent emails about the pre-orders being late are just so cool. not many bands would do this. thanks for the free ep dbt!

i had to last-minute back out of the peekskill show last thursday. i STILL haven't seen them live.  :(

[headhunter]

DBT has moved into the top-tier of my favorite bands along with MMJ and Wilco and their live shows are nothing short of spectacular.  I am just learning more about their earlier catalog but I think their cd/dvd combo of Austin City Limits is a great place to start.  SRO and Decoration day are great albums but watching the dvd and getting to appreciate the full story-telling of 18 Wheels of Love and Let There Be Rock and Space City-- you should really try to get into this band.  MMJ is still the best for the musical jamming and space out melodies and Jim's voice is 2nd to none imo but as for rocking out and storytelling, dbt is at the top of the heap.  Haven't met any of them but at their live shows they seem like real regular people and Penny has met them and raves about how regular they are.
I do like the Fine Print but their new album Go Go Boots is an awesome approachable starting point and just work back from there.  The Dirty South has some killer tunes and I can also fall into Bright Than Creations Dark and get lost for awhile.  Try these guys out if you haven't get.  Between DBT and MMJ it's like getting a combo of steak and lobster tales.  Along with some red wine and whiskey.  All good.

[fortbethel]

I'm so hurt

[Penny Lane]

DBT has moved into the top-tier of my favorite bands along with MMJ and Wilco and their live shows are nothing short of spectacular.  I am just learning more about their earlier catalog but I think their cd/dvd combo of Austin City Limits is a great place to start.  SRO and Decoration day are great albums but watching the dvd and getting to appreciate the full story-telling of 18 Wheels of Love and Let There Be Rock and Space City-- you should really try to get into this band.  MMJ is still the best for the musical jamming and space out melodies and Jim's voice is 2nd to none imo but as for rocking out and storytelling, dbt is at the top of the heap.  Haven't met any of them but at their live shows they seem like real regular people and Penny has met them and raves about how regular they are.
I do like the Fine Print but their new album Go Go Boots is an awesome approachable starting point and just work back from there.  The Dirty South has some killer tunes and I can also fall into Bright Than Creations Dark and get lost for awhile.  Try these guys out if you haven't get.  Between DBT and MMJ it's like getting a combo of steak and lobster tales.  Along with some red wine and whiskey.  All good.

well said..the last couple years i've kinda framed it as MMJ=heart and DBT=soul

[ChiefOKONO]

by the way DBT @ Fillmore = WIN!!!!!


That's What Section My Seats Are In: A Conversation with Drive-By Trucker Mike Cooley

http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/artsdesk/music/2011/02/18/thats-what-section-my-seats-are-in-a-conversation-with-drive-by-trucker-mike-cooley/

[headhunter]

reviews were great.  they don't disappoint.  was this your first dbt show?