American Son

by Levon Helm

American Son cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1980
  • Label: MCA
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 35:38
  • Community rating: 3.25/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

The legendary drummer and vocalist of The Band journeyed to Nashville to record his second solo album, fully embracing a slicker country-rock sound. 'American Son' pairs Levon Helm's unmistakable, soulful southern drawl with impeccable session playing, relying largely on outside songwriters to provide a robust collection of Americana. It captures the comforting, rootsy warmth of his musical heritage.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. Watermelon Time In Georgia (3:55)
  2. Dance Me Down Easy (2:59)
  3. Violet Eyes (3:14)
  4. Stay With Me (3:06)
  5. America's Farm (3:12)
  6. Hurricane (4:08)
  7. China Girl (3:20)
  8. Nashville Wimmin (4:15)
  9. Blue House Of Broken Hearts (3:33)
  10. Sweet Peach Georgia Wine (3:53)

Credits

  • Levon Helm - primary artist, drums, harmonica, backing vocals, drums, backing vocals
  • Joo Chung - illustration
  • Paul Berry - other [special thanks to]
  • Mitch Humphries - backing vocals, organ, backing vocals, piano
  • Henry Strzelecki - bass, backing vocals
  • Kenny Buttrey - drums
  • Billy Sanford - guitar
  • Jerry Shook - guitar, mandolin

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