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Cowboy Junkies: Lay It Down fav cd?

I have been a casual fan of the Cowboy Junkies over the years. Today I listened to the CD "Lay It Down" for the first time and I just love it! It is a bit more upbeat and simply produced than some of their other albums. What I like most is how Margo's vocals are the focus here, without too much over production and heavy guitar reverb which they tend to sometimes.

Just curious of other people shared this opinion and if not, what is your favorite CJ cd?
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bobgates
535 posts
 
I hate to say it but I find them to be a bit laid back and boring.
mlauner
250 posts
 
Best since Trinity Sessions, high grade sonics as well.
jdoris
972 posts
 
My favs are Black Eyed Man and The Caution Horses. Although I like Miles from Our Home, I have not been as smitten by the more "atmospheric" recent efforts like Open and One Soul Now.

Interestingly, although I adore CJ and have probably listened to them more than any other band, I may like them better recorded than at their very friendly and professional live shows, where I find them, as Bobgates says, a bit laid back.

John
rballdude
57 posts
 
Although I can't comment on CJ CD's (I don't own a CD player) Black Eyed Man is one of the very best engineered and recorded records I own. As we all know, female vocals are stunning on a good system and one of the mandatory tests to determine midrange warmth and realism. Not only does Margo sit on my lap while the disc is spinning, she is fully fleshed out, three-dimensional and liquid. The bands signature spare backup has a separate image for every instrument on the soundstage. So engaging and lovely.

Caught them on Soundstage several times and have to agree with Jdoris, an act crafted specifically for insomniacs.
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