Gram Parsons - GP / Grievous Angel Album

With his aching tenor voice, Gram Parsons delivers the Grievous Angel album in what is definitely a classic of what the artist called “country soul.” Though not quite up to the level of Parson’s performances with the Byrds. His work on this album makes for a great addition to any classic country rock collection. "A Song For You" is a beautiful ballad about Parsons' views on life and his beliefs. Parsons' extraordinary genius is present on the powerful songs "She" and "The New Soft Shoe.” "Hickory Wind", Gram Parsons signature song, is more poignant here than on Sweetheart of the Rodeo. Some dismiss Gram as irrelevant, while others give him a God-like status. The truth of him is somewhere in between.