Leon Russell - Hank Wilsons Back
Review by Mamuka Khukhunaishvili
Hank Wilson's Back is a country album released by Leon Russell in 1973. The album features covers of classic country songs by artists such as George Jones, Hank Williams, and Willie Nelson. The album is named after one of Russell's aliases, Hank Wilson.
The album is a departure from Russell's usual rock and roll sound, showcasing his versatility as a musician. The songs are stripped down and simple, with Russell's voice taking center stage. The album was recorded in just three days, giving it a raw and authentic feel.
The standout track on the album is "Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms," a bluegrass tune that Russell infuses with his own unique style. Other notable tracks include "She Thinks I Still Care" and "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry."
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry | 03:14 | |
| I'll Sail My Ship Alone (1995 Remaster) | 2:36 | |
| Lost Highway | ||
| I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry (1995 Remaster) | 3:16 | |
| The Window Up Above (1995 Remaster) | 3:24 | |
| Rollin' In My Sweet Baby's Arms, Parts 1 & 2 | 4:25 | |
| I'll Sail My Ship Alone | ||
| Am I That Easy to Forget? | 02:35 | |
| Truck Drivin' Man | ||
| Rollin' My Sweet Baby's Arms, Parts 1 & 2 | 4:25 | |
| Battle Of New Orleans | ||
| Six Pack To Go | ||
| In the Jailhouse Now | 5:19 | |
| I’ll Sail My Ship Alone | 2:36 | |
| She Thinks I Still Care (1995 Remaster) | 4:27 | |
| Am I That Easy To Forget | ||
| The Battle Of New Orleans | 2:38 | |
| Am I That Easy To Forget? | 2:35 | |
| A Six Pack To Go | 2:20 | |
| Goodnight Irene | ||
| A Six Pack to Go | 2:22 | |
| The Window Up Above | ||
| Sail My Ship Alone | 2:35 | |
| Hey, Good Lookin' | 02:42 | |
| I'll Sail My Ship Alone | 02:35 | |
| Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms (1995 Remaster) | 4:26 | |
| Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms | ||
| Hey Good Lookin' (1995 Remaster) | 2:42 | |
| Jambalaya | 4:27 | |
| The Window up Above | 03:24 | |
| Lost Highway (1995 Remaster) | 2:20 | |
| Truck Drivin' Man (1995 Remaster) | 2:12 | |
| Am I That Easy to Forget? (1995 Remaster) | 2:35 | |
| The Battle of New Orleans | 02:38 | |
| I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry | ||
| Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms | 04:25 | |
| Truck Drivin' Man | 02:11 | |
| Hey Good Lookin’ | ||
| Jambalaya (On the Bayou) | 2:49 | |
| She Thinks I Still Care | ||
| Uncle Pen (1995 Remaster) | 2:16 | |
| Jambalaya (On The Bayou) | ||
| Hey Good Lookin' | ||
| In The Jailhouse Now | ||
| The Battle of New Orleans (1995 Remaster) | 2:38 | |
| Uncle Pen | ||
| Goodnight Irene (1995 Remaster) | 4:3 |
Video
Leon Russell She Thinks I Still Care
Leon Russell - Uncle pen (1973)
Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms , Hank Wilson , 1973 Vinyl
Leon Russell / Hank - I'll Sail My Ship Alone
Images
Catalog Numbers
- TOCP-3492
- L35617
- 7243-8-35537-2-3, T2-35537
- SRC-8009
- SHE 734
- SRZ-8009
- PSMCD 1215
Labels
- Capitol Records
- Shelter Records
- Shelter Records, The Right Stuff
- DCC Compact Classics
- 2000 FruitGum Corp.
- Possum, Shelter Records, DCC Compact Classics
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Formats
- CD
- Album
- Reissue
- Vinyl
- LP
- Cassette
- CDr
- Unofficial Release
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Manufactured By | Toshiba EMI Ltd |
| Recorded At | Bradley's Barn |
| Mixed At | Ardent Studios |
| Glass Mastered At | EMI MFG. |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | The Right Stuff |
| Copyright (c) | The Right Stuff |
| Licensed From | Shelter Entertainment Group |
| Record Company | Shelter Recording Company |
| Distributed By | BMG Arista / Ariola Limited |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Engineer | Joe Mills |
| Backing Vocals | Charlie McCoy, David Briggs , Dianne Davidson, Melba Montgomery, Millie Kirkham, Ray Edenton |
| Banjo | Bobby Thompson (tracks: 5, 8) |
| Bass Guitar | Harold Bradley |
| Design | Eva Babitz |
| Dobro | Tut Taylor (tracks: 5, 8) |
| Double Bass | Bob Moore (tracks: 3 to 5, 7 to 10, 12), Joe ZInkan (tracks: 1, 11) |
| Drums | Buddy Harman (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 7, 9 to 12), Jerry Carrigan (tracks: 5, 8) |
| Electric Bass | Carl Radle |
| Electric Guitar | Billy Byrd (tracks: 3, 4), Grady Martin (tracks: 12), J.J. Cale, Pete Wade (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 7, 9 to 12) |
| Fiddle | Jim Buchanan (tracks: 5, 8), Johnny Gimble (tracks: 5, 8) |
| Guitar | Billy Sanford (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 11, 12), Chip Young (tracks: 3, 4, 7 to 10, 12) |
| Harmonica | Charlie McCoy (tracks: 1, 2, 6, 11) |
| Photography By | Dan Mayo |
| Piano | David Briggs (tracks: 1, 3, 4, 11, 12), Pig Robbins (tracks: 2, 6) |
| Producer | Audie Ashworth, Denny Cordell, J.J. Cale, Leon Russell |
| Reissue Producer | Tom Cartwright |
| Rhythm Guitar | Billy Sanford (tracks: 1, 3, 4, 7, 9 to 12), Dianne Davidson (tracks: 7, 9, 10, 12), Ray Edenton (tracks: 1, 2, 6, 11, 12) |
| Steel Guitar | Curly Chalker (tracks: 3 to 5, 7 to 10, 12), Hal Rugg (tracks: 12), Pete Drake (tracks: 1, 2, 6, 11), Weldon Myrick (tracks: 2, 6) |
| Arranged By | Hank Wilson |
| Mastered By | Wly |
Notes
- Appears to be a re-issue of NZ release SW-8923
- Catalog number 7243-8-35537-2-3 appears on spine. Catalog number T2-35537 appears on disc and insert.
- Original release date: August 31, 1973
- The original Shelter Records master mixes were used in the making of this compact disc.
- Recorded at Bradley's Barn, Mt. Juliet, TN, February 26, 27, 28, 1973
- Mixed at Ardent Studio, Memphis, TN
- ℗ © 1995 The Right Stuff
- Has slight variations of track names (with regard to the UK release), and also two additional tracks at the end of side 2.
- 1973 Shelter Recording Co., Inc.
- Made in Australia by Tempo Record Sales Pty. Ltd.
- Recorded 26,27,28 February 1973
- Original release date: August 31, 1793
- ℗ © 1973, 1990 DCC Compact Classics, Inc./Shelter Entertainment Group
Barcodes
- Barcode: 4 988006 758605
- Barcode: 7 2438-35537-2 3
- Matrix / Runout: 35537 MASTERED BY EMI MFG. 1-1-7
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L043
- Mould SID Code: ifpi 1631
- Barcode: 0 1096-38009-4 4
- Label Code: SW8923
- Barcode: 9 396318 105029
- Matrix / Runout: CDR UG 80
- Label Code: 29037
- Other: AAD
- Barcode: 0 1096-38009-2 0
- Matrix / Runout (Inner Ring): MADE IN USA BY PDO
- Matrix / Runout: SRZ 8009 01%
- Barcode: 9 399431-121523
About Leon Russell
American musician and songwriter, who recorded as a session musician, sideman, and maintained a solo career in music. He was born April 2nd 1942, Lawton, Oklahoma, USA, died November 13th 2016, Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
Inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.
Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
Real Name
- Claude Russell Bridges
Name Vars
- C. Russel
- L Russell
- L.
- L. Russel
- L. Russell
- L.Russel
- L.Russell
- L: Russell
- Leon
- Leon R. Russell
- Leon Roussell
- Leon Russe Russell
- Leon Russel
- Leon Russell & Friends
- Leoni
- Leslie
- Leslie Russell
- León Russel
- León Russell
- Lon Russel
- Lon Russell
- Léon Russel
- Léon Russell
- R.Russel
- Rusell
- Russel
- Russell
- Russell L
- ליאון ראסל
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Aliases
- Russell Bridges
- Hank Wilson
- Phil 'Harmonious' Plonk
- The Master Of Space And Time
- Claude Bridges
- Lew Russell
Summary by Mamuka Khukhunaishvili
Comments
Leon's song selection was perfect and so well suited to his voice. He always surrounded himself with great musicians, as he was one himself. This was his first voyage into country music and I think it was his best. You can hear the joy and fun he had recording this album and it holds up more than 4 decades later.
Hank, my man. Rest in peace!
I knew about Leon from his start but didn't know about this album back then. He has always been one of my favorite musicians, a huge talent that didn't always get the credit due him. Was there anything he couldn't do, musically? don't think the accolades mattered much to him, he was all about the music. Nice write up.
He has been a favorite of mine since the 70s. So unique, one of a kind. R I P Leon, you are missed.
R.I.P. Leon Russell you will be sadly missed I have been listening to Leon Russell since the 70's he always put on a good show I'm gonna to listen to the man now........
Thanks, Trailboss. Leon is a long time favorite of mine, and this is one of the first albums I bought
thanks for this post
In 73 I was in the Army. bought it at Key West Naval Base PX.. played it for my Dad and he loved it
Thanks for the post, I bought this album when it came out
