Lost Immigrants bring forth a full flavored blend of americana, country, folk, bluegrass and a touch of rock 'n roll, on their debut album "Waiting On Judgment Day." Their sound reminds me of what we used to call progressive country back in the 70's. Now that's not an old hippie flashback, but a nostalgic, good-time-feeling that kind of music gave me then, and still does now.The title track "Waiting On Judgment Day" reminds me of the Marshall Tucker Band, in the way the song builds up to, and then through the end chorus...a definite sing along song. Adding a "radio edit" is a smart move for a new band; they're making themselves more accessible to radio programmers. In fact, it's pretty easy to imagine hearing Lost Immigrants on the air. Especially here in Texas.
The album bears repeated listening...their songs have got those great hooks that bring you back for more. The lead guitar work fits in nicely with the vocals in every song, and the recording is punctuated with fiddle, Hammond B3 organ, and piano. The album is produced by Ray Wylie Hubbard, who also plays a Dobro acoustic and sings on "Ghosts You Can See." A really nice surprise is the guest appearance of rock keyboardist Ian McLagan, who plays Hammond B-3 on
"Waiting On Judgment Day, Let's Drive and Circle In My Hand," and plays piano on "Something Better."
Cybercoder: Favorite track "Dixie Queen." Reminds me of Point Blank. Dixie Queen sounds more like southern rock; "Judgment Day" sounds like Waylon and Willie. If you like Waylon and you like southern Rock, you certainly should be listening to Lost Immingrants.
The band just played the 13th annual Bocktoberfest in Shiner, Texas, along with Godsmack, Blue October, Pat Green, Old 97's, Diamond Rio, and Restless Heart.
On the Road:
Oct. 27th @ Shaker's - North Richland Hills, TX
Nov. 1st @ Lakewood Bar & Grill, Dallas (acoustic show)
Nov. 4th @ Love & War in Texas, Grapevine
Nov. 9th @ White Elephant, Fort Worth (acoustic show)
Jan. 26 @ Country River Club, Proctor, TX
Online: www.lostimmigrants.com & www.myspace.com/lostimmigrants
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