The Riffing Cowboys have successfully paid tribute to the legendary Hank Williams with their latest album, "Hank N Roll: A Rock N Roll Tribute to Hank Williams." The album features a collection of Williams' classic hits with a modern twist, infusing rock n roll elements to create a unique sound that pays homage to the original while still feeling fresh.
The band's instrumentation is tight and polished, with slick guitar riffs and driving drum beats that keep the energy high throughout the album. Lead singer's vocals are equally impressive, delivering Williams' lyrics with a raw and powerful edge that captures the essence of the original songs.
Highlights from the album include "Lovesick Blues," "Hey Good Lookin'," and "Your Cheatin' Heart," all of which are given a fresh new spin that will appeal to both old and new fans of Williams' music.
Artist:The Riffing Cowboys Album: Hank N Roll A Rock N Roll Tribute To Hank Williams
Anders Drerup (tracks: 1, 6), Keith Dyck (tracks: 9)
Bass
Dan Baird (tracks: 13), Joe Blanton (tracks: 2), Philip Victor Bova (tracks: 1, 3 to 12)
Drums
Philip Shaw Bova (tracks: 1 to 12)
Guitar
Dan Baird (tracks: 5, 9, 13), Eric "Roscoe" Ambel (tracks: 4, 5, 10), Graham Young , Warner E. Hodges
Harmonica
Bernie “Buzzz” Haughian (tracks: 6)
Producer
Robert Libbey
Vocals
Anders Drerup (tracks: 3, 7), Dan Baird (tracks: 1, 5, 6, 9, 11 to 13), Jason Ringenberg (tracks: 2, 10), Joe Blanton (tracks: 4, 8, 13)
Written-By
Hank Williams
Notes
Named in honour of Hank’s band, The Drifting Cowboys, The Riffing Cowboys is a studio band assembled by the tribute’s executive producer, Graham Young, an Ottawa, Ontario-based guitar player and Hank Williams fan.
"Hank N Roll" is a well-executed tribute album that showcases the Riffing Cowboys' talent and their love for Hank Williams' music. It's a must-listen for any fan of classic rock n roll and country music.