Willie Nelson, a legendary songwriter, performer, and recording artist in his 7th decade, is highly skilled at song interpretation. Throughout his career, he has re - imagined songs from diverse musical genres. In his 91st year, for his 76th studio album and 153rd overall, Willie focuses on songs by rock legends, unique singer - songwriters, alt - rock heroes, and indie folk artists. The result is a beautifully unified album about loss, love, and world - weary hope, enhanced by sparse and spooky musical production. Curated and produced with love by his son Micah Nelson, Last Leaf On The Tree features Willie covering songs from moody indie rock (Beck), psych alt - pop (The Flaming Lips), punk - influenced folk (Sunny War, Micah’s Particle Kid), thought - provoking soul jazz (Nina Simone), and hidden gems from legends like Tom Waits, Neil Young, Keith Richards, and Warren Zevon. The album also offers new versions of one of Willie’s oldest songs ('The Ghost' from 1962) and a new song written with Micah ('The Color Of Sound'), adding to Willie’s collection of Zen - soaked classics. Micah Nelson not only produced the album but also played many instruments and designed the album cover. He is joined by well - known musicians, along with guest appearances from legendary producer and musician Daniel Lanois, John Densmore of The Doors, and harmonica master Mickey Raphael, who has played with Willie for over 50 years. Tracklist: 1. Last Leaf; 2. If It Wasn’t Broken; 3. Lost Cause; 4. Come Ye; 5. Keep Me In Your Heart; 6. Robbed Blind; 7. House Where Nobody Lives; 8. Are You Ready For The Country; 9. Do You Realise; 10. Wheels; 11. Broken Arrow; 12. Colour of Sound; 13. The Ghost; 14. Lookin’ For Trouble.
To enjoy this Amber Vinyl 2LP of Willie Nelson's Last Leaf of the Tree, first, make sure your record player is clean and in good working condition. Gently place the vinyl on the turntable and use the tonearm to set the needle on the start of the groove. As you listen, you'll be transported by Willie's amazing song interpretations. When you're done, carefully lift the tonearm and return it to its rest. Then, put the vinyl back in its sleeve to protect it. Keep the album in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. Avoid touching the grooves with your fingers as this can leave oils and dirt, which may affect the sound quality. If you notice any dust on the vinyl, use a carbon fiber brush to gently remove it before playing again. Enjoy the rich sounds of this wonderful album!
