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The Great Divide

Tommy Shaw

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Yes, this is the same Tommy Shaw who played guitar and sang in the melodramatic prog-pop band Styx, and yes, he’s entered the second decade of the 21st century with an album of country mountain music. Consider this: Shaw was born and raised in Montgomery, Ala., where an attraction to the six-string acoustic found him cutting his teeth in a bluegrass band. This is reflected largely in the opening song, replete with a guest appearance by Dwight Yoakam. “The Next Right Thing” is near-perfect “newgrass” on par with Nickel Creek. Bluegrass diva Alison Krauss turns up singing on the title track, with Jerry Douglas picking and sliding on the Dobro guitar as Shaw spins a moving narrative boasting the album’s best close harmonies. “Get on the One” reveals Shaw to be quite the proficient flat-picker as he confidently keeps up with legendary A-listers Scott Vestal (banjo) and Rob Ickes (Dobro).

Customer Reviews

A Truly Wonderful Album From A Truly Wonderful Man

There isn't a song on this album that I don't absolutely love! We all know that Tommy can write some amazing rock songs, but he shows us another side of himself with this album. I've been patiently waiting for the release of this album, and I'm so excited that it has finally arrived. I love Tommy Shaw!

Take this Journey!

Beautiful songs, incredible harmonies and amazing storytelling, this is a must have for anyone looking to go on a journey into bluegrass heaven!

the great divide

Tommy, you really deserve tto be recognized as one of the best all around artest!!! You can sing the phone book and make it sound good,but this cd is awesome!!! Good luck,and I hear a grammy here!!!!

Biography

Born: September 11, 1953 in Montgomery, AL

Genre: Rock

Years Active: '70s, '80s, '90s, '00s, '10s

Although he wasn't an original member, guitarist Tommy Shaw not only penned some of Styx's best-known songs but served as a musical foil for Dennis DeYoung during the band's heyday. Born on September 11, 1953, in Montgomery, Alabama, Shaw's interest in music began at a young age and he spent years playing in local bands. He was still living in Montgomery when he was offered an audition to replace departed guitarist John Curulewski for the group's tour to support 1975's Equinox. By the time Styx released...
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