01. "I'm Gonna Hurt Her On The Radio" 02. "Angels In Red" 03. "He Has To Pay (For What I Get For Free)" 04. "Ain't Worth The Powder" 05. "Would They Love Me Down In Shreveport" 06. "Unchained Melody" 07. "Snowbird Friend" 08. "Southern Man" 09. "Even After Forever" 10. "The Fiery Death Of Willie Bodine" 11. "Love Is A Never Ending War" 12. "Storms Never Last (& Willie Nelson, Waylon" 13. "Jennings & Jessi Colter)" 14. "Gemini Girl" 15. "To Help You Love Again" 16. "Cold Turkey" 17. "A Country Boy (Who Rolled The Rock Away)" 18. "Couldn't Do Nothin' Right (& Karen Brooks)" 19. "I've Already Cheated On You (& Willie Nelson)" 20. "I Hate Love (& Willie Nelson & W. Jennings)" 21. "Son Of The South (& Dickey Betts)" 22. "Shrimp Boat Annie" 23. "Ride 'em Cowboy" 24. "Yesterday's Wine" 25. "Keep Those Big Wheels Hummin'" 26. "Memphis In My Blood"
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Unchained -Son Of The Sou is an album by David Allan Coe, released in 2005. Unchained -Son Of The Sou includes a.o. the following tracks: ??I'm Gonna Hurt Her On The Radio?, ??He Has To Pay (for What I Get For Free)?, ??Even After Forever?, ??The Fiery Death Of Willie Bodine? and more. The album is a country CD. - ..SOUTH PLUS
"Unchained/Outlaw...Plus" on CD brings together two key albums from David Allan Coe's most creative outlaw country period for the Columbia label, expanded here with carefully selected bonus tracks. Across this disc you get a potent mix of hard-edged honky-tonk, pure outlaw attitude and surprisingly tender ballads, all delivered with Coe's unmistakable, lived-in voice and his flair for provocative storytelling. The songs switch effortlessly between barroom burners, reflective mid-tempo numbers and classic country weepers, painting a portrait of a restless outsider who helped define the outlaw movement alongside figures like Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. Thanks to the clear, dynamic remastering, the warmth of the original analogue recordings, the twang of electric guitars and the bite of the rhythm section come through with striking presence, making this edition attractive both to long-time fans and new listeners interested in the raw, uncompromising side of '70s and '80s country music. Liner notes and discographical details (typical of such Bear Family releases) give historical context to the sessions and highlight how these albums fit into Coe's broader body of work without distracting from the music itself.
As an artist, David Allan Coe is one of the most controversial and fascinating figures in country music. Rising to prominence in the 1970s, he aligned himself with the outlaw movement that rejected Nashville polish in favour of personal freedom, gritty realism and musical independence. Coe wrote or popularised several songs that became country standards, and his catalogue spans straight country, southern rock, blues influences and deeply personal storytelling. Known for his powerful baritone and his ability to inhabit the characters in his songs, he built a loyal fan base on the strength of relentless touring and a long series of albums that pushed against the boundaries of the genre. This CD focuses on a particularly influential phase of his career, when his blend of classic country songwriting and rebellious image left a lasting mark on the scene and helped cement his reputation as an uncompromising outsider.
The release is issued by Bear Family (here credited as BEAR FAMIL), a German label internationally respected for its archival work in roots music, country, rockabilly and related genres. Bear Family is known for meticulous production standards: extensive research, high-quality audio restoration, and a strong focus on historical completeness. Their editions often compile original albums with rare tracks or singles, presented with careful attention to discography and context. Collectors and serious music fans value Bear Family releases for their durability, sound quality and the obvious care invested in preserving important chapters of popular music history. "Unchained/Outlaw...Plus" fits perfectly into this philosophy by bringing together landmark material from David Allan Coe in a form that honours both the music and its era.