Description:
"Directed is not only perfectly named, but also corroborates James` rite of passage through thirteen solid tracks of perfect afterglow. The record was recorded in Nashville with reappearing producer Tim Lorsch. "Tim brings a nice dimension to any record he is a part of", explains James, "This record is melodically endowed and the songs are of a straight feel-good nature. There is nothing depressing about it". The record also has its sentimental side most prominently displayed in the title track, "Directed" which sets a cool reflective ambiance accompanied by a melody as tender and fragile as hard lessons learned. The record also features carefully selected covers from the writers James most respects. Keith Gattis` "She`s Always Leavin", Sam Baker`s "Waves", and Paul Thorn`s "Are You With Me" all appear on this stellar release. While still basking in the light of his debut release BACK TO THE WIND, which garnered him two top 10 hits on the Texas Music Chart and a nomination at the Gruene With Envy Awards, the Ryan James Band deepens their tracks in the music terrain as they kick off into a high caliber tour just in time for this new record release. "I like to split the difference between being deep and being fun. Everyone at my live shows experience every emotion. I like to build it up until you bang your head then break it down gently"." Track Listing: I Should`ve Broke Your Heart / She`s Always Leavin` / Directed / Are You With Me / What Am I Doing Here / Waves / Just Keep Driving / Make It Go Away / Get Busy Living / I Give All My Love To You / Buckle Down / Matagorda / I`ll Get It Right This Time (Bonus Track)
