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If I I were deserted on an island with the stipulation that I could only take three Merle Haggard albums with me...I would choose "Totally Instrumental With One Exception", "Someday We'll Look Back" and "Chill Factor". It would be tough decision but these are the three I couldn't live without! :) "Chill Factor" is absolute perfection from beginning to end. Merle's voice is silky smooth and stable throughout. Each and every track is superbly written, produced, performed, recorded and mixed. The basic theme here is one of acceptance. Acceptance that "I'm no longer 20, or 30 or even 40...hell I'm 50!" So...Merle would have one last hurrah with "Chill Factor" with one last #1 hit "Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Star". If you've never had the chance to hear this incredible album then you're missing out on a true masterpiece. Be sure to check out Merle Haggard's Official Site! |
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