Tim Easton
Ammunition
New West Records [2006]
If you’ve been following Tim Easton’s career, you’ll recognize right away that Ammunition marks a shift. It’s more intimate, more reflective, and more stripped-down than his previous three records. The Ohio native wanted a set he could play solo or with a band, and that flexibility comes through in the relaxed, organic feel of the album.
Many of the 13 songs were penned while Easton was on the road, visiting places like the Czech Republic, Alaska, and the Netherlands. That global wanderlust lends the album a sense of openness, even in its quieter moments. He’s joined by some serious guests too—Lucinda Williams adds emotional heft to “Back In Pain,” Tift Merritt lends her voice to the radio-ready “Next To You,” and Gary Louris (The Jayhawks) co-produces and provides harmonies throughout. Ammunition doesn’t rush. It invites you to settle in, listen closely, and appreciate the small, well-crafted moments that define a thoughtful singer-songwriter at work.
KEY TRACKS
“Next To You” / “Dear Old Song & Dance” / “Back In Pain”
ARTISTS WITH SIMILAR FIRE
Rhett Miller / Tom Petty / Ryan Adams
A lifelong fan of new music—spent the '90s working in a record store and producing alternative video shows. In the 2000s, that passion shifted online with blogging, diving headfirst into the indie scene and always on the lookout for the next great release. Still here, still listening, and still sharing the best of what’s new.
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
- Christopher Anthonyhttps://thefirenote.com/author/canthony/
