Toby Keith Album: “Pull My Chain”

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Personnel includes: Toby Keith (vocals); Biff Watson, Scotty Emerick (acoustic guitar); Brent Mason, Brent Rowan (electric guitar); Paul <p>Franklin (steel guitar); Clayton Ivey (piano); Steve Nathan (keyboards); Michael Brignardello (bass); John Robinson, Eddie Bayers (drums); <p>Curtis Young, Scotty Emerick, Curtis Wright (background vocals). <p>This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. <p>From the breezy pop melody of opening cut "I'm Just Talkin' About Tonight" to the near-rap delivery of "I Wanna Talk About Me," it's clear that country traditionalism is not high on Toby Keith's list of priorities for PULL MY CHAIN. While this won't make Keith any friends among the hardcore honky-tonk crowd, that's not his audience to begin with. Those who like their country mixed with pop-rock (the aforementioned album-opener), soul ("I Can't Take You Anywhere"), and delicate, piano-based ballads worthy of Elton John ("Yesterday's Rain," "You Didn't Have as Much to Lose") will find much to admire about Keith's eclecticism. Tying it all together is Keith's friendly, guy-next-door voice, equally able to portray humor, lust, heartache, and pure exuberance. Incidentally, there's more to than Elton John connection than you might think; EJ's longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin contributed to closing rocker "Gimme 8 Seconds."

Even though I'm a long-time Toby Keith fan (way back to his initial release, "Should Have Been a Cowboy"), I still feel that I can be objective when it comes to his new material. Order "Pull My Chain" NOW--you won't be disappointed. And...PLAY IT LOUD! How better to listen to his deep, clear, resounding voice?

The instrumentation on this particular CD is outstanding, and the production is crisp and top-notch. Toby really branches out on this one, trying some different musical paths. This CD will appeal to the "die-hard country fan", as well as to those who are just starting to test the country waters. My particular favorite tracks are--

I could go on because there are several more songs that could easily become hits on this CD. PICK UP THIS CD...YOU WON'T LAY IT DOWN! You don't just get "Meat and Potatos"...you get dessert, too!

Good ones follow, great ones influence and create change. Give Toby Keith credit - he has established and demonstrated the power of bringing attitude into lyrics and releasing them as singles. Conservative Nashville held him back - hello Mercury - thankfully Dream Works and James Stroud gave Toby the greenlight, and the results speak for themselves.

"How Do You Like Me Now" - Huge huge record. Toby CMA/ACM Male Vocalist of the Year. All because of attitude.

"Pull My Chain" is all about attitude. This ones goes up a notch. Very relatable songs. Who isn't singing "I wanna talk about ME" right now? Who hasn't gone through the 'pickup' process "I'm Just Talking About Tonight" speaks of. "My List" hits home with anyone over 30 who appreciates life's frailties and shortness. And Toby has mastered the ability to say things in songs that men wouldn't normally be caught dead saying that make women melt - and create the fantasy for the man. Genius. Pure genius.

Hats off to Toby for an innovative, creative, funny, and entertaining CD.

Hey everyone I have been a Toby Keith fan since Boomtown. I think the Toby is so very talented and his new CD tops it all. The songs on it just keep getting better. I thought I was impressed with his last CD, but he just keeps getting better. My favorite song on this album would have to be "The List." This song I feel captures the feelings that everyone goes through in life, especially right now with what is going on in our society. It reminds us to take the time and appreciate our life and all we have, and not be boggled down by all the little things. I also really do like "I Wanna Talk About Me," it is very fun song that talks to the male audience, which doesn't happen a lot in country music. Almost similar to what he did in the past with "A Little Less Talk and A Lot More Action" or "How Do you Like Me Know." There are so many other great songs on this CD, and I just can't wait to see what is next for Toby Keith he has become an amazing performer and musician.

Although I must admit that I am a HUGE fan of "I Wanna Talk About Me"...as well as being a big Toby Keith fan in general, I will say that this album isn't incredible. It has a few catchy tunes, and the first two singles are good, but other than those, it doesn't seem to many that many of the songs really stand out. It was a pretty good album, but I disagree with the opinion that it is phenomenal. There's just enough there to make it a good album, but not enough substance to make it truly great.

Toby Keith, one of country music's leading men, scores another hit album. This collection of 13 thrilling songs continally keeps Toby at the top of his game. From soultry country love songs to up-tempo dance numbers, he strikes the perfect chord. "I'm Just Talkin' About Tonight" starts the c.d. off, projecting Toby's humorous perspective on love. The title track lets you in on the give-and-take qualities of engagement and marriage. To mix the album up a bit, Toby adds several heart-clenching ballads, such as "You Didn't Have As Much To Lose" and "Yesterday's Rain". A bonus track is added, paying homage to the rodeo world. His baritone vocals, sweet guitar srumming, and throw-caution-to-the-wind attitude make this singer a legend. This album is certainly a must-have for all the Toby Keith fans out there.