Name: The Essential Guy Clark
Brand: Guy Clark

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

886974882923

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2013-12-01

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Sony

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Guy Clark

Genre US

Country 

Label US

Guy Clark was an American Country & Folk singer, songwriter, guitarist, photographer, designer and producer. Born on November 6th, 1941 in Monahans, Texas, USA, he made significant contributions to the music industry until his passing on May 17th, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. Known for his exceptional talent as a luthier and playing his own guitars, Guy Clark's last album *My Favorite Picture of You* won the Grammy Award for Best Folk Album in 2013. He was married to Susanna Clark.

Throughout his career, Guy Clark drew inspiration from various genres and artists such as *Terry Allen*, *The Flatlanders*, *Rodney Crowell*, *Blaze Foley*, and many others. His unique blend of country and folk music resonated with audiences worldwide.

With a legacy that includes not only his musical prowess but also his skills as a photographer and designer, Guy Clark left an indelible mark on the music industry. His soulful storytelling continues to captivate listeners today.

Despite the misleading title, this collection is actually a straight (albeit reordered) reissue of Clark's first two records: 1975's landmark debut Old No. 1 and Texas Cookin' from the following year. Only one song from the latter title is missing, replaced by the "Fools for Each Other" single from 1978. Though he was in his early 30s when he recorded Old No. 1, Clark's keen, world-weary tales (and equally worn voice) belie his age. With simple arrangements and richly detailed narratives, the record has an air of resignation and melancholy, yet somehow manages to be comforting and uplifting. Texas Cookin' is a fine follow-up, but despite a number of high-profile guests, it never truly reaches the heights of its predecessor. Together, however, they form quite an impressive body of original songs, especially for only one year's worth of recording. —Marc Greilsamer

The Essential Guy Clark

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