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The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp

Tommy Emmanuel · 2001

121 min · 28 tracks · blues · country · contemporary folk music

An eclectic blend of virtuosic guitar melodies, showcasing a seamless fusion of genres from blues to classical.

Why listen to this

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
Context
Released in 2001, 'The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel' captures the Australian guitarist's ascent to international recognition following his 1999 album 'Only.' This compilation highlights his unique fingerstyle technique and broad musical influences, solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary acoustic guitar music.
If you like
blues, country, contemporary folk music

The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp is an album by Tommy Emmanuel, released in 2001. An eclectic blend of virtuosic guitar melodies, showcasing a seamless fusion of genres from blues to classical. This album serves as a comprehensive introduction to Emmanuel's work, featuring acclaimed tracks that illustrate his innovative guitar prowess. It has been well-received by critics and fans alike, influencing aspiring guitarists and contributing to the popularity of instrumental acoustic music in the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp sound like?

An eclectic blend of virtuosic guitar melodies, showcasing a seamless fusion of genres from blues to classical. Rooted in blues and country.

What makes The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp by Tommy Emmanuel notable?

This album serves as a comprehensive introduction to Emmanuel's work, featuring acclaimed tracks that illustrate his innovative guitar prowess. It has been well-received by critics and fans alike, influencing aspiring guitarists and contributing to the popularity of instrumental acoustic music in the early 2000s. Released in 2001, 'The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel' captures the Australian guitarist's ascent to international recognition following his 1999 album 'Only.' This compilation highlights his unique fingerstyle technique and broad musical influences, solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary acoustic guitar music.

Who is The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp for?

The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp?

The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel cgp has 28 tracks, running approximately 121 minutes.

Tracklist

28 tracks·121:34

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Don’t Hold Me Back 3:30
  • 2 The Journey 4:59
  • 3 Fear of Rain Standout 4:56
  • 4 Who Dares Wins 5:22
  • 5 Big Brother 4:00
  • 6 Stevie’s Blues 4:23
  • 7 Hearts Grow Fonder 4:11
  • 8 Guitar Boogie Standout 3:30
  • 9 When You Come Home 4:33
  • 10 Determination 4:49
  • 11 Don’t Argue 3:59
  • 12 From the Hip 4:34
  • 13 Tailin’ the Invisible Man 5:04
  • 14 The Rise and Fall of Flingel Bunt 3:48

Disc 2

  • 1 Amanda’s Room 4:31
  • 2 Classical Gas Standout 5:06
  • 3 Hellos & Goodbyes 4:37
  • 4 Countrywide 2:54
  • 5 Up From Down Under 5:27
  • 6 Villa de Martin 4:25
  • 7 Fiesta 4:23
  • 8 Midnight Drive 4:10
  • 9 Since We Met 4:01
  • 10 Mountain of Truth 4:51
  • 11 Initiation 4:20
  • 12 Last Time I Saw You 4:36
  • 13 Blue Moon 2:38
  • 14 Change for Good 3:57

Release Date

August 11, 2001

Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

121 min 34 sec