Trouble Is...
Kenny Wayne Shepherd · 1997
56 min · 12 tracks · blues
A raw blend of blues-infused rock that channels both emotional depth and powerful guitar riffs.
Trouble Is... is an album by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, released in 1997. A raw blend of blues-infused rock that channels both emotional depth and powerful guitar riffs. 'Trouble Is...' received critical acclaim and peaked at number 34 on the Billboard 200, further establishing Shepherd’s reputation. The single 'Blue on Black' became a defining track of the era, earning accolades for its gripping lyrics and musicianship while also contributing to the resurgence of interest in blues music during the late '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Trouble Is... sound like?
A raw blend of blues-infused rock that channels both emotional depth and powerful guitar riffs. Rooted in blues.
What makes Trouble Is... by Kenny Wayne Shepherd notable?
'Trouble Is...' received critical acclaim and peaked at number 34 on the Billboard 200, further establishing Shepherd’s reputation. The single 'Blue on Black' became a defining track of the era, earning accolades for its gripping lyrics and musicianship while also contributing to the resurgence of interest in blues music during the late '90s. Released in 1997, 'Trouble Is...' was Kenny Wayne Shepherd's second studio album, following his successful debut 'Ledbetter Heights' from 1995. This album solidified his status as a prominent figure in the modern blues-rock scene, showcasing his growth as a songwriter and guitarist.
How many songs are on Trouble Is...?
Trouble Is... has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Slow Ride Standout 3:49
- 2 True Lies Standout 5:48
- 3 Blue on Black Standout 5:30
- 4 Everything Is Broken 3:48
- 5 I Don’t Live Today 4:34
- 6 (Long) Gone 5:24
- 7 Somehow, Somewhere, Someway 5:34
- 8 I Found Love (When I Found You) 4:01
- 9 King’s Highway 4:17
- 10 Nothing to Do With Love 4:49
- 11 Chase the Rainbow 4:57
- 12 Trouble Is… 3:57
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