[鄉村] Billboard: Top 10 Albums/Singles 2011

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以樂評的角度不是排行 Singles: "Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not" | Thompson Square It has been a 2011 to remember for Keifer and Shawna Thompson, and this flirtatious first single paved the way for a lot of that success. "Baggage Claim" | Miranda Lambert The first single from "For The Record," the tune had a somewhat funky feel for the singer, who turned the sass on in what was one of the year's sexiest country recordings. "Cost of Livin'" | Ronnie Dunn One of the format's greatest singers with a tune that was about the pains of trying to stay afloat in today's troubled times. Simply, one for the ages. "From a Table Away" | Sunny Sweeney It was a song that broke the talented Texas artist through to the mainstream. It was also one that was one of the years' best produced records of the year, as well -- one you couldn't turn away from when it came on the radio. "Home" | Dierks Bentley Maybe his strongest lyrical statement to date, the single reminds us of a late 70s Haggard track -- the ultimate compliment. The past few years have seen some of the best work of his career, and this is another example. "Honey Bee" | Blake Shelton A deep and sobering musical statement? A song whose lyrics touched you or chilled you to the bone? Ok, so it's not that kind of classic. But, there was no song on country radio in 2011 that made one want to turn up the radio and sing along as loud! Plus, anyone who checks the name of Conway Twitty is fine with us! "Red Solo Cup" | Toby Keith While radio will eventually hold the verdict of whether this cut is too much, we have to hand it to Toby -- a song based on his feelings about a cup and its' ingredients? Maybe one of the most imaginative songs of his career. "Remind Me" | Brad Paisley & Carrie Underwood Two of the genre's top talents uniting for a song that had as much drama and passion as any other record on the airwaves this year! "Teenage Daughters" | Martina McBride For her Republic Nashville debut, the singer came up with a song that sounds like something that Loretta Lynn herself might have recorded alongside "Rated X" and "The Pill." A departure of sorts for McBride, but one that paid off! "You and Tequila" | Kenny Chesney & Grace Potter Chesney has had some fine moments on record over the years, but it's quite possible he's never released a stronger single than "You and Tequila." Potter's presence gave this song a deep vulnerability that made it one of -- if not the musical highlight of 2011. HONORABLE MENTION: "The Gospel According To Jones" | Eric Lee Beddingfield Beddingfield is regarded as one of the fastest rising stars in the format, and his powerful tribute to the 'Possum' is proof that one can still have respect for the legends while plowing your own musical field! http://tinyurl.com/bwq99d4 --- Albums: "Anniversary Celebration" | Randy Travis To celebrate twenty-five years as a force in the business, Travis looked back to some of his past glories, and also looked forward with some great new material. Worth the price alone was the collaboration with Shelby Lynne on "Promises" and Tim McGraw on the attitude-filled "Can't Hurt A Man." "Eleven" | Martina McBride Making her debut for Scott Borchetta and Republic Nashville, this was one of McBride's most varied albums of her career. From the power ballad feel of "I'm Gonna Love You Through It" to the wistfulness of "Summer Of Love," and the sensual strains of "You Can Get Your Lovin' Right Here," McBride shows once again why she is thought of as the Gold standard. "Guitar Slinger" | Vince Gill There have been a lot of talented artists to come down the pike the past five years, but there is only one Vince Gill. This album - his first during that time span - features a diverse mix of everything he does well. There's the bluesy side of "Tell Me Fool," the traditional stylings of "The Old Lucky Diamond Motel" and the beautiful "Threaten Me With Heaven," among many other great tracks! This is how it's done! "Here For A Good Time" | George Strait It seems that every Strait album usually makes the year-end lists, but there's a good reason for that. The legendary performer knows what his audience wants, and he gives it to them time in and time out. The lyrical content is somewhat darker at points, with "Poison" and "Drinkin' Man" being key examples, and does he hint at retirement in the future with "I'll Always Remember You?" Stay tuned! The Love Of God | Kenny Rogers After a career that has spanned fifty-plus years, Rogers recorded an album that runs the musical gamut. There's the bluegrass-Gospel tinge of "I'll Fly Away," featuring The Whites, as well as the contemporary sounds of "Circle Of Friends," with Point of Grace. He also delivers one of the more musically potent versions of "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" that I have heard in some time! "Hell on Wheels" | The Pistol Annies It was somewhat of a risky move for an artist of Miranda Lambert's stature to release an album as part of a group so close to her own album. However, tracks like "Hell On Heels," "The Hunter's Wife," and "Boys From The South" were among the most entertaining released in country in 2011. And, one more thing… Ashley Monroe is a star. 2012 will prove that! "Sound Of A Million Dreams" | David Nail If there was an award given for the best pure male vocalist in Nashville, it very might well go to this Missouri native. Nail, a longtime favorite in Music City, excels once again with this disc. "Half Mile Hill" is a highlight, as well as the stunning "Catherine," but if you're like me, you just might have the title cut on repeat. It - and he - is that good! "This Is Country Music" | Brad Paisley After a dozen years of recording, Paisley released what some consider to be his finest work yet. From the power and passion of "Remind Me" to the frustration of "A Man Don't Have To Die" to reuniting one of country's all-time greatest acts with "Old Alabama," Paisley hit all the right notes with this one. "Where Country Grows" | Ashton Shepherd There was no let down with the sophomore release from this Alabama native who stresses her twang. If anything, cuts such as "Rory's Radio," "That All Leads To One Thing" and the sassy title cut show that she's a force to be reckoned with! "Wildflowers" | Lauren Alania The runner-up on "American Idol" this year won't have to play second fiddle to anyone for a while - providing her music is as strong as this. Producer Byron Gallimore provides the Georgia native with the platform to dazzle, and she does on her debut project. Look out for "Tupelo" in 2012. I have a feeling it could be huge! HONORABLE MENTION: "Kitty Wells Dresses" | Laura Cantrell Without getting into the age-old discussion about what country music is or is not, alt-country goddess Laura Cantrell deserves kudos for putting together this lovingly produced tribute album to the "Queen of Country Music," who set the bar and the standard before anyone else! http://tinyurl.com/cf866k5 -- ※ 發信站: 批踢踢實業坊(ptt.cc) ◆ From: 220.131.213.240