The Wrights/Paul Franklin

Gary Schuldt · Post by **Gary Schuldt** » 18 May 2005 4:18 am

I just picked up the new CD The Wrights (Down This Road)The fantastic Paul Franklin plays steel and dobro on this album.This is possibly the best CD i have bought in the past ten years.There is alot of Paul's picking on every track.It's a breath of fresh air to hear a young couple like this go back to just singing some good old down home country music. Their harmony is second to none.I have just had a blast the last two days playing along. Even though i can't come close to Paul's licks, it still sounds pretty good.Right now they are touring with Alan Jackson.If you finally would like to buy an album that features alot of steel guitar by a great player like Paul, Don't miss this one !!!!!!!
Gary Schuldt
Cougar SD-10
Nashville 400

Pete Finney · Post by **Pete Finney** » 18 May 2005 7:40 am

It IS a fine album, and they're great people too... I've been playing with them whenever I could for the past few years, mostly local gigs and industry showcases while they got their record deal together. I wasn't available to do the tour which I regret... Anyway, when I first heard the record I wasn't even sure it was Paul; it's very traditional sounding playing with a strong Lloyd Green vibe (IMHO). It's really fine playing and the record has some echoes of old Don Williams, The Kendalls etc. In an era when so many female singers feel like they have to "over-emote" on every song it's really refreshing to hear Shannon's low key and understated approach. And since male/female duet singing doesn't get heard much in country music anymore that's a real treat.[This message was edited by Pete Finney on 18 May 2005 at 08:42 AM.]

Eddie Lange · Post by **Eddie Lange** » 26 May 2005 11:19 pm

I have been workin with the Wrights for a couple of months now and it is an absolute pleasure. Its country and that speaks volumes in my book, especially in the Nashville scene today. Adam and Shannon are great people and true hillbilly talents

. I am not really a big Paul Franklin fan, but he did play some things that I really liked on this record. We are on the road with Alan all year long, so come out and see us if we are around.

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 27 May 2005 2:59 am

I have been workin with the Wrights for a couple of months

Can't Joe & David do their own steel work?

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 27 May 2005 6:38 am

I was given this CD by my sister in law, it did not appeal to her for some reason. I played the grooves off of it, loved Pauls playing and the material is a breath of fresh air.

Larry Behm

Dan Tyack · Post by **Dan Tyack** » 27 May 2005 10:00 am

I just downloaded this album. Great stuff. It's so refreshing to hear an album with just 5 players (especially when one of them is Paul, and another is Pig Robbins). It sounds like it was recorded old school (live with no overdubs). I agree with Pete's comment on the Lloyd Green vibe.

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Dan Tyack · Post by **Dan Tyack** » 27 May 2005 10:31 am

Oh yeah, according to all music guide, Hank Williams did the mastering on the record, which is a pretty good trick.

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Ron ! · Post by **Ron !** » 28 May 2005 10:47 am

Just got the cd and I think it's awsome.Indeed one of the best I bought over the past years.Thanks Gary for pointing it out to me.

Ron

Ole Dantoft · Post by **Ole Dantoft** » 28 May 2005 3:31 pm

Dan,
Where did you buy this album on-line ? Sounds like something I'd like to own myself !

Ole

Jon Light · Post by **Jon Light** » 28 May 2005 3:40 pm

here
is one place.
Some sound bites too.[This message was edited by Jon Light on 28 May 2005 at 04:41 PM.]

Ole Dantoft · Post by **Ole Dantoft** » 28 May 2005 4:28 pm

Thanks Jon,
I was really looking for somewhere to buy-and-download this album legally, but at the same time trying to avoid using the word "download" as it's VERY often mis-interpreted !

So : Where do you guys "over there" buy(and-then-download) your music on-line ?

Ole
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Dan Tyack · Post by **Dan Tyack** » 28 May 2005 9:26 pm

For me, download = buy. I get a nice check from CD Baby every month or so to remind me of this (CD Baby handles my digital downloads for iTunes and the rest).

It's easy and cheap, and the artist gets a very good percentage of the profits.

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Dan Tyack · Post by **Dan Tyack** » 28 May 2005 9:27 pm

Hey Paul, what dobro did you use on this recording? I love the tone.

Matt Elsen · Post by **Matt Elsen** » 28 May 2005 10:07 pm

It's available on iTunes for $9.99.

Ole Dantoft · Post by **Ole Dantoft** » 29 May 2005 12:06 pm

Matt,
I just downloaded iTunes 4.8 (for Windows that is) and no matter HOW i try to search for this music I just can't find it ! Where/how did you find it ? (or is this just a sophisticated way of telling me I should have chosen a Mac ?

)

Ole

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 1 Jun 2005 12:28 pm

I just bought mine at Walmart!

It's so refreshing to the palette......

Matt Elsen · Post by **Matt Elsen** » 1 Jun 2005 3:12 pm

Ole,
I just ran a search for "The Wrights" and the album came right up. If that doesn't work, try doing a power search for: "Down This Road".....
It is a very enjoyable album....
.....and yes, I do use a Mac.

Matt

Dan Tyack · Post by **Dan Tyack** » 1 Jun 2005 9:42 pm

Hey Theresa,

What kinda dobro did Paul play on this puppy? I like the sound.

Theresa Galbraith · Post by **Theresa Galbraith** » 3 Jun 2005 3:58 am

On the song "Down This Road" Paul's playing is reminiscent of Hal Rugg.

Dan,
I'll have to call Paul or maybe he'll answer your ?

Thanks,Theresa

Jeppe Grangaard · Post by **Jeppe Grangaard** » 13 Jun 2005 7:00 am

Ole, you’re right - no Wrights on iTunes. (on Mac, either)
It was for sure in the iTunes Music Store some time ago.
I just went to buy it, but they must have taken it of for sale in Europe??? Jeppe