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Vince Gill (born April 12, 1957) is an American country music musician, songwriter, singer and a member of the Country Music Hall Of Fame. He achieved commercial success and fame both as frontman to the country-rock band Pure Prairie League in the 1970s, and as a solo artist beginning in 1983, where his talents as a vocalist and musician have placed him in high demand as a guest vocalist, and a duet partner (with artists including Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Amy Grant and Barbra Streisand). Read more on Last.fm
I have enjoyed this album tremendously–definitely a winner–something for everyone.
Nashville’s favored son delivers in spades on Guitar Slinger, his 15th studio recording. At the age of 54, Vince isn’t worried about radio play. His goal here seems to be crafting a memorable, diverse selection of original tunes. From the rockabilly title track to somber, evening music like “Threaten Me With Heaven”, the record strays from any pigeon holed demographic. Gill has never been a Stetson wearing cowboy. His country essence lies in his Telecaster licks, his crack bands lap steel, and his endearing lyrical ability to make you feel like your drinking with him. Elsewhere, he channels Eric Clapton on “Tell Me Fool” and George Jones on the startling “Billy Paul”. It’s everything it needs to be…and a little more.