Bare Tracks

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Though Bobby Bare is not as well remembered as many of his outlaw country compatriots of the 1970s and ’80s, his long career was instrumental in blurring the lines between country and folk music, and in bringing pop and rock influences to Nashville production. Collecting songs recorded between 1978 and 1983, Bare Tracks highlights hits and misses alike. Boudleaux Bryant, Guy Clark, and Tom T. Hall all contribute songs, but the chime-in-if-you’re-feelin’-it atmosphere of Shel Silverstein’s novelty songs like “Greasy Grit Gravy” (featuring Willie Nelson and a cast of characters), “Tequila Sheila,” and “Numbers” (a No. 1 hit) are where the real fun begins. Guest appearances come from Charlie Daniels and Rosanne Cash, who contributes a fine duet on husband Rodney Crowell‘s “No Memories Hangin’ Round.” –Alexandra Russell