X (Ten)
Trace Adkins
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| Name | Artist | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweet | Trace Adkins | 3:07 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Happy to Be Here | Trace Adkins | 3:15 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | All I Ask for Anymore | Trace Adkins | 3:57 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Let's Do That Again | Trace Adkins | 3:41 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Hauling One Thing | Trace Adkins | 3:34 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 6 | Better Than I Thought It'd Be | Trace Adkins | 3:41 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 7 | Marry for Money | Trace Adkins | 3:04 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 8 | Til the Last Shot's Fired | Trace Adkins | 4:59 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 9 | I Can't Outrun You | Trace Adkins | 3:36 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 10 | Hillbilly Rich | Trace Adkins | 3:31 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 11 | Sometimes a Man Takes a Drink | Trace Adkins | 4:44 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 12 | Muddy Water | Trace Adkins | 3:55 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 13 | In Color | Trace Adkins | 4:04 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
| Total: 13 Songs |
iTunes Review
Where many of his peers spent the first decade of the 21st century spinning country music into radio pop or beachy twang a-la Jimmy Buffett, Trace Adkins kept his new traditional tunes both rootsy and rocking. The catchy opener "Sweet" from his tenth album X pumps out hard twang, recalling ‘70s southern rock acts like .38 Special or The Marshall Tucker Band. Only the glossy production and lyrics that muse on a gal with tattoos and piercings keep the song from sounding completely retro. The uplifting "Happy to Be Here" is a lightly driving number that nicely contrasts Adkins' baritone voice with floating pedal steel notes. What sounds like a lush string orchestra opens "All I Ask For Anymore," the album's first ballad. It's interesting that Adkins can sing about loving his wife one moment and then suddenly switch gears on "Marry for Money," a honky-tonkin' number with lyrics fantasizing about landing an attractive rich woman. Of course it all makes sense when you consider that he landed some of Nashville's A-list songwriters to pen all of these songs, the most impressive being "Til the Last Shot's Fired," a stunningly beautiful anti-war piece written from the perspective of dead soldiers' spirits.
Recent Customer Reviews
I can't outrun this album.
by Welcome McCartneyI am a huge country fan, and there is no doubt in my mind that this is by far the best country album of 2008. Every track has depth - however fun-loving and light some may sound.
Here is a track-by-track review:
1. Sweet. This sounds like it was pulled out a '70s southern rock band's jam session and given country vocals. Fun, enjoyable, and you can listen to it countless times and still crack a smile at the "b-b-b-belly-button ring" in the final chorus. 7/10
2. Happy To Be Here. Possibly the most underrated song on this album. The wailing steel on this song complements his roaring baritone perfectly, and I'll have to say, yes, I am happy to be here. 8/10
3. All I Ask For Anymore. The third single, this is a rather predictable song about a guy who has realized what is truly valuable to him. However, Trace's performance undoes the song's initial generic feel and exposes a powerful new take on family values. 8/10
4. Let's Do That Again. Smooth, groovy love songs seem to be finally catching on in country music. This is the best one I've heard. I would describe it as an R&B version of Dierks Bentley's "Come A Little Closer," but it doesn't have a blatantly dirty feel to Dierk's song. You finish playing it, and you just might say "Let's play that again." 6/10
5. Hauling One Thing. The truck driver's anthem. Predictable guitar and a so-so song structure make this my least favorite on the album, but it's still miles ahead of other truck drivin' songs because of Trace's knack of making every song a splash of fun. 5/10
6. Better Than I Thought It'd Be. The opening riff is delicious, and from there this song just keeps getting better. This is a big splash of fun, and the best line on the album is in it: "You know what else is better than I thought it'd be? Your sister." Great funky groove! 9/10
7. Marry For Money. I am still baffled that this was the second single, because it is not a particularly fantastic song. I don't think it compares to his other hits like "Chrome," "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk," or "Hot Mama," but I suppose the music video makes it worth buying. 5/10
8. Til The Last Shot's Fired. A deeply emotional, amazing song about war. Words can't decribe it - you have to listen for yourself. The West Point choir fading away on the last note will stay with you for days. Worth every cent and more. 10/10
9. I Can't Outrun You. The crown jewel of this album. This is my favorite Trace Adkins song of all time. I can't listen to it without sitting down, and he should win Vocalist of the Year for this. Possibly the most haunting song ever about a woman you love staying in your thoughts. 10/10
10. Hillbilly Rich. After listening to "Til The Last Shot's Fired" and "I Can't Outrun You," this is his way of putting you back in a good mood. An enjoyable listen, but don't bother downloading if you're cherrypicking this album. 6/10
11. Sometimes A Man Takes A Drink. Old-style country suits Trace's voice, and this sounds like a Hank Williams song with modern studio polish. Drenched in alcohol, the message will stay with you after the last notes is played. 9/10
12. Muddy Water. Poor choice of a single. This is the epitome of an "okay song." I don't know why Trace's single selection is so poor, but this is one of those songs you hear and forget. However, what it does, it does well. 6/10
13. In Color. Trace's rendition of Jamey Johnson's smash single lacks the raw power of Jamey's version, giving it a little too much studio polish. However, this is still an outstanding cover and I don't think anyone would disagree. Worth listening to, but I wouldn't replace Johnson's version with this. 8/10
If you're cherrypicking this album, these are my three picks:
I Can't Outrun You
Til The Last Shot's Fired
Better Than I Thought It'd Be OR Sometimes A Man Takes A Drink
Enjoy!
In color
by BevillJamey Johnson has written quite a few hit singles for Trace and how trace repays him is by turning one amazing outlaw country song into a crappy pop song. Thanks Trace just stick to ur pop crap!
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by TJ Holti love this album but it didnt come with "in color" but i dont wanna buy the whole album again to get it, thats not cool guys, i already spent the 13 dollars at wally world and now this song was released so i should be able to buy this 1 song
Biography
Born: January 13, 1962 in Sarepta, LA
Genre: Country
Years Active: '90s, '00s
Top Albums and Songs by Trace Adkins
| Name | Album | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honky Tonk Badonkadonk | Songs About Me | 4:01 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | You're Gonna Miss This | Greatest Hits, Vol. II: American Man | 3:45 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | Swing | Swing - Single | 3:38 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Ladies Love Country Boys | Triple Play: Trace Adkins - EP | 3:41 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | All I Ask for Anymore | X (Ten) | 3:57 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
