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Ledbetter Heights

Kenny Wayne Shepherd · 1995

60 min · 12 tracks · blues

A vibrant blend of blues rock that channels Southern grit through powerful guitar riffs and soulful vocals.

Ledbetter Heights is an album by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, released in 1995. A vibrant blend of blues rock that channels Southern grit through powerful guitar riffs and soulful vocals. 'Ledbetter Heights' received critical acclaim and helped usher in a resurgence of interest in blues music during the mid-90s. The album peaked at number 68 on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album, solidifying Shepherd's place in the blues-rock genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ledbetter Heights sound like?

A vibrant blend of blues rock that channels Southern grit through powerful guitar riffs and soulful vocals. Rooted in blues.

What makes Ledbetter Heights by Kenny Wayne Shepherd notable?

'Ledbetter Heights' received critical acclaim and helped usher in a resurgence of interest in blues music during the mid-90s. The album peaked at number 68 on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album, solidifying Shepherd's place in the blues-rock genre. Released in 1995, 'Ledbetter Heights' was Kenny Wayne Shepherd's debut album, introducing him as a significant voice in the modern blues scene. At just 18 years old, Shepherd showcased his prodigious talent and deep-rooted connection to traditional blues, carving out a niche for himself among the genre's contemporary artists.

How many songs are on Ledbetter Heights?

Ledbetter Heights has 12 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·60:59

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Born With a Broken Heart Standout 5:56
  • 2 Deja Voodoo Standout 6:08
  • 3 Aberdeen 4:15
  • 4 Shame, Shame, Shame 6:06
  • 5 One Foot on the Path 3:49
  • 6 Everybody Gets the Blues Standout 5:57
  • 7 While We Cry (live) 6:18
  • 8 I'm Leaving You (Commit a Crime) 4:15
  • 9 (Let Me Up) I've Had Enough 2:44
  • 10 Riverside 3:45
  • 11 What's Goin' Down? 5:30
  • 12 Ledbetter Heights 6:10

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Genre

blues

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

60 min 59 sec