Heather Myles - Love Me a Little Bit Longer

HIGHWAYS & HONKY TONKS is like an open window letting in some fresh air and sunshine on the overly formulaic '90s country music scene. Myles pays homage to the traditions of Buck Owens, Merle Haggard (Myles' duet partner on "No One is Gonna Love You Better") and Loretta Lynn, without ever sounding anachronistic or self-conscious. Like Dwight Yoakam, she manages to make the classic country approach seem contemporary without sacrificing it on the altar of overproduction. There's a hint of Buddy Hollyish rock & roll here and there a la Monte Warden (whose fans could do worse than to check out this disc), but this is no pop crossover. As the title implies, Myles is honky tonk at heart, and a fair songwriter to boot.

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[coolblue8061]

One of the best country songs I've heard in a long time. Takes me back to the great country music sound of the past that we dont hear much of anymore. We need more of this kind of music and less of the pop/country sound!

[alatac1977]

The best song of my life!!!!!!

[MrLodiking]

first :D