Townes Van Zandt - Townes Van Zandt (Mini Gatefold Sleeve). CD. (Sunspots - SPOT551) This classic 1969 album from Townes originally released on the Poppy label was his third full length album and once again showed the Dylan,Lightnin' Hopkins influence alongside his own very unique style.This was the album that contained the classic songs 'for the Sake of the Song' & 'I'll Be Here in the Morning' which he still retained in his live sets up till his untimely death. The magic of Townes Van Zandt's songs is that they never leave you alone. Ltd digitally-remastered mini gatefold sleeve version limited to 1500 copies.

Townes Van Zandt - Poncho And Lefty. Dble CD. (Atom Music - ATOM2001) Described as the finest songwriter the American state of Texas has ever produced, the late Townes Van Zandt has left behind a rich legacy of recordings for future generations to enjoy. This new collection is another worthy monument to the evergreen music of Townes, a troubadour in the finest tradition whose music will never be allowed to die. The 36 songs here provide a unique and wonderful insight into Van Zandt's catalogue. Just listen to such favorites as "Our Mother The Mountain", "John The Gambler", "Delta Momma Blues" and "Lonesome Tune" and one can only marvel at Townes Van Zandt's remarkable songwriting and performing abilities

Townes Van Zandt - Texas Troubadour. 4-CD Set. (Charly - SNAJ729CD) Regarded as one of the finest American Country songwriters, this 4 CD set covers all his studio recordings released by the Poppy and Tomato labels between 1968 and 1978. Including the masterpieces "Pancho and Lefty" and "If I Needed You" and the 1973 live set "Live At The Old Quarter". Comes with a 40 page, illustrated booklet with a detailed biography of this cult hero.

Townes Van Zandt - Legend. Dble CD. Townes Van Zandt's music came straight from his soul as this 2 CD retrospective shows.These songs are some of the most honest, heartfelt countrified pop ballads since Gram Parsons.The set starts with his early forays into sparse, folk rock through his dark country arrangements. This colection is an excellent introduction to his respected songs like"If I Needed You," "For the Sake of the Song,", "Kathleen", "Lungs" "Pancho and Lefty",and includes his duets with Emmylou Harris,Willie Nelson & Freddy Fender,Kimmie Rhodes,Doug Sahm & Kathy Mattea.

Townes Van Zandt - High, Low And In Between. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP072CD) This 1972 album from Townes features a formidable list of session musicians and finds the vastly underated singer songwriter relocating to Los Angeles. This peraps explains the change in sound, gospel numbers and piano haevy tracks only add to Townes' vast skill a creating a memorable tune with a good lyric. Booklet features a revealing biography from a man whose past has remained in the shadows for a long time. Eleven tracks, including: "Mr Mudd & Mr Gold", "You Are Not Needed Now" and "To Live Is To Fly."

Townes Van Zandt - Our Mother The Mountain. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP102CD) Second album from one of the finest American Country songwriters, first released in '69. This is where Townes really emerged as a prolific songwirter to be reckoned with. Often quoted as his best and most accessable album. As always there is a sense of sadness to his work that after a while can becomes addictive, it is an integral part of his style. Eleven tracks, including: "My Proud Mountains", "She Came And She Taouched Me", "Second Lover's Song" and "Snake Mountain Blues."

Townes Van Zandt - Live At The Old Quarter, Houston. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAD508CD) Twenty seven compilation of the best bits of the highly talented singer songwriter's five night stand in his native Texas. Recorded in '73, this is Townes in his peak performing on home territory, the result could only be positive. A highly successful album that would serve as a great introduction to his career and more importantly, his charisma. The in between song banter and jokes with the enthusiastic crowd create a marvellously low key atmosphere that few could rival. Includes: "Nice Pound Hammer", "Pancho & Lefty", "Cocaine Blues" and "Lungs." Booklet comes with a revelatory biography of his life and the Texas scene.

Townes Van Zandt - Flyin' Shoes. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP154CD) The Texas Troubadour's 1978 return to the studio after a five year break. Some of the most honest, heartfelt countrified pop ballads since Gram Parsons, produced by Chip Moman. Reissue contains four outtake bonus tracks from '73, adding to the ten titles of the original. Booklet contains detailed notes on the songs, a biography and extracts from the tribute notes after his death. Bonus tracks: "The Spider Song", "Upon My Soul", "Buckskin Stallion Blues" and "At The Window."

Townes Van Zandt - Delta Momma Blues. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP151CD) 1971 release from the late troubled troubadour. Once again he showed the Dylan, Lightnin' Hopkins influence alongside his own very unique style. Includes: "Brand New Companion", "Only Him Or Me" and "Nothin." Booklet includes details of his life, erasing many of the myths and half truths about his background.

Townes Van Zandt - For The Sake Of The Song. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP150CD) 1969 debut from one of the greatest American songwriters. These eleven tracks were the first of many te world would here from Townes, this batch was recorded in Nashville and produced by Jack Clement. An important addition to the Townes back catalogue found here. Includes: "Sad Cinderella", "Sixteen Summer's, Fifteen Falls" and "Waitin' Around To Die." Booklet includes detailed account of his life.

Townes Van Zandt - The Late Great Townes Van Zandt. CD. (Snapper / Charly - SNAP138CD) Album from 1972 that contains two of his most covered/famous songs: "Pancho And Lefty" and "If I Needed You." Eleven tracks in all. Booklet has a revealing biography that attempts to dispell all of the rumours and myths about his baackground that have built since his death in 1997.

Townes Van Zandt - Be Here To Love Me. DVD. (Snapper - SMADVD050) Critically acclaimed documentary covering the whole of the late American singer songwriters life. By Margaret Brown, it includes interviews with friends and family and includes rare and never see nbefore performanceadn interview footage. Includes contributions from Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett, Kris Kristofferson, Steve Earle and Emmylou Haris. DVD PAL / REGION 0 / CLASSIFICATION EXEMPT.

Townes Van Zandt - Be Here To Love Me: A Film About Townes Van Zandt. Dble CD. (Tomato - TMT3015) Townes Van Zandt remains one of the most revered and respected songwriters in the Country/Folk world and beyond, as well as remembered for his electrifying gifts as a performer. Be Here To Love Me was a critically acclaimed documentary from director Margaret Brown that examined the troubled Van Zandt's fight with alcohol dependency and mental problems as well as his superb legacy, inspiration and influence on the likes of Lucinda Williams, Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. The 25 tracks included on this remarkable 2CD set offer a superb testament to a truly remarkable man.

Townes Van Zandt - Best Of Townes Van Zandt. CD. (Tomato - TMT2002) This superb compilation brings together 17 of the finest tracks from one of the greatest singer-songwriters of modern times.

Townes Van Zandt - For The Sake Of The Song. CD. (Tomato - TOM2006) Debut 1968 album from legendary singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt.

Townes Van Zandt - Nashville Sessions. CD. (Tomato - TOM2007) Classic 1993 album from the legendary singer-songwriter.

Townes Van Zandt - Texas Rain: The Texas Hill Country Recordings. CD. (Tomato - TOM2001) In the late 1980s, Texas singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandtset out to re-record many of his classic compositions for an envisioned box set entitled Newology. 12 of these recordings finally surfaced in 2001 on the Tomato release Texas Rain. Each of the tracks features a guest artist who provides a duet vocal. Van Zandt's often-overlooked whimsical side shines through clearly on duets with Doug Sahm ("Two Girls") and Jerry Jeff Walker ("Blue Wind Blew"). His lyrical poeticism, for which Van Zandt is justly venerated by fellow songwriters, is evident on "Quicksilver Daydreams of Maria", "Kathleen", and his best-known composition, "Pancho and Lefty". Most affecting are Van Zandt's duets with Calvin Russell ("Waiting Around to Die") and Kathy Mattea ("At My Window").

Townes Van Zandt - Acoustic Blue. CD. (Tomato - TOM2087) 'Townes Van Zandt didn't cover songs by many other songwriters. He would dip into a Bob Dylan composition now and then or a Bruce Springsteen or Bo Diddley. His other main inspiration was the great Lightnin' Hopkins, the Houston singer and songwriter who in many ways showed the way musically for what Townes became. These live recordings date primarily from Townes Van Zandt's European tour concerts in 1994 and 1996 but also include a track from a session in Austin, Texas only three weeks before his death. None of these performances have ever been released before and listening to them now, in many ways is a revelation. The sound reinforced and celebrated by the audience's reactions, affirm Towne's amazing bond with his devoted flock. The Munich audience comes to life with cheers from the first notes of Lungs and you can almost feel the anticipation in the Belfast crowd as he introduces Waitin' Round To Die. In the one track from Austin Nothin Townes is still chopping fierce notes on the guitar and singing tough, but his voice is a little worn and weary sounding defiant but resigned.

Townes Van Zandt - Live At Union Chapel, London, England. CD. (Tomato - TOM3019) Townes Van Zandt's live performances were always legendary (the top-selling Live At The Old Quarter, Houston, Texas is listed by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest albums ever recorded) and this tour de force from London's Union Chapel in 1994 is no exception. 34 exceptional tracks that cover the spectrum of Van Zandt's extraordinary writing career. An essential addition to any Townes Van Zandt fans collection and the best introduction anyone who has never heard this great poet could wish to have.

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