A masterpiece of piano rock that resonates with social messages and beautiful melodies.
"The Way It Is" reached number one in the US and won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist. This masterpiece combines elegant piano playing with socially conscious lyrics.
With a warm, piano-driven sound, this album breathed fresh air into late '80s American rock. The title track, "The Way It Is," has a powerful message touching on racial and social issues, and its elegant piano solo led it to reach number one in the US. The following tracks, "Mandolin Rain" and "Every Little Kiss," are also filled with lyrical charm, highlighting the clarity of Hornsby's vocals and playing. The melodic style, which absorbs folk and country influences, makes this a masterpiece that evokes the legacy of American roots.
9 TRACKS:
1)
On The Western Skyline
2)
Every Little Kiss
3)
Mandolin Rain
4)
The Long Race
5)
The Way It Is
6)
Down The Road Tonight
7)
The Wild Frontier
8)
The River Runs Low
9)
The Red Plains
Lead Vocals, Piano, Accordion, Synthesizer, Dulcimer [Hammered] - Bruce Hornsby
Producer [Produced By] - Bruce Hornsby (1 to 3, 5, 7, 9)
