Name: Wrecking Ball
Brand: Emmylou Harris

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

A 643477

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Black

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Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2020-10-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

WEA /­ ADA

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

075597920079

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1 / Extended format: Yes / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Emmylou Harris

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Nonesuch

Emmylou Harris is an American country/folk singer and songwriter, born on April 2nd, 1947 in Birmingham, Alabama. With a career spanning decades, she has become a legendary figure in the music industry. In February 2008, Harris was rightfully inducted into the prestigious Country Music Hall Of Fame. Throughout her life, she has been married three times to notable figures in the music world.

With her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Emmylou Harris has captivated audiences around the world. Her unique blend of country and folk music has influenced countless artists and continues to resonate with fans today. Known for collaborating with talented musicians such as Gram Parsons and Rodney Crowell, Harris's discography is filled with timeless classics that have stood the test of time.

If you enjoy artists like Rosanne Cash, Nanci Griffith, or Lucinda Williams, then Emmylou Harris should be at the top of your playlist. Her emotional storytelling combined with beautiful melodies creates a truly unforgettable listening experience. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering her music for the first time, Emmylou Harris is an artist who will leave a lasting impression on your heart.

Originally released in 1995, Emmylou's groundbreaking, Daniel Lanois–produced album. Wrecking Ball won the 1996 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album, and was highly praised by critics worldwide. Proclaimed ‘a masterpiece’ by Uncut, ‘the most daring, inventive album of Harris’s career’. Mojo called it ‘a deeply addictive record that sounds like a window on Harris’s soul,’ while Rolling Stone said ‘the album features unvarnished, otherworldly renditions of songs written by Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Steve Earle, and other lesser-known artists.’

Wrecking Ball

Music US

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