Drive-By Truckers: A Blessing And A Curse [Album Review]

Drive-By Truckers
A Blessing And A Curse
New West Records [2006]

Alright, I am a sucker for some good ol’ Alt-Country. The Drive-By Truckers never seem to disappoint. From the opener “Feb 14” through the closer “World of Hurt,” the Truckers take you down a gritty road filled with some rock, some fried country, and a little bit of steel twang. This is their seventh album in a long discography that gets better with every spin. You will also find more expanded subject matter on A Blessing and a Curse, which goes beyond their love for the South to include complex stories about places, heartbreak, determination, and politics. The Drive-By Truckers not only represent Alt-Country; they set the standard that other bands should aspire to achieve.

Key Tracks: “Feb 14” / “Easy on Yourself” / “Wednesday”

Artists With Similar Fire: The Jayhawks / Lucero / Whiskeytown

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Christopher Anthony

Christopher Anthony, a passionate supporter of new music, managed a record store and produced alternative video shows in the '90s. Transitioning into the 2000s, he became a prolific music blogger, chronicling the scene with a positive view. His mission: to discover the latest indie releases and share them with you!

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