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THE SKY IS CRYING is a collection of 10 previously unreleased studio tracks compiled by Stevie Ray's brother Jimmie Vaughan.
Master Sound releases are 24-karat gold CDs remastered from first generation masters. This process utilizes 20-bit technology and Sony's "Super Bit Mapping" system.
Vaughan's death in August 1990 brought to a tragic end the surging wave of his popularity. The album he had made with his brother Jimmie, FAMILY STYLE, had just been released and this album, prepared by Jimmie from the various album sessions, was not expected to amount to much. In fact, this was at least as good as any of them--and better than LIVE ALIVE. "Little Wing" was perhaps his best adaptation of a Jimi Hendrix song. His take on the Elmore James title song was also a fitting tribute to both the writer and the performer. There are bound to be further compilations and live recordings released, but these studio recordings are testimony to Stevie Ray's devotion to his craft.
Recorded at The Power Station, New York, New York in January and February, 1984; The Dallas Sound Lab, Dallas, Texas in March and May, 1985; Kiva Studios, Memphis, Tennessee in February and April, 1989; Sound Castle Studios, Los Angeles, California in April and May, 1989.
Recorded at The Power Station, New York, New York from January to February 1984; The Dallas Sound Lab, Dallas, Texas from March to May 1985; Kiva Studios, Memphis, Tennessee from February to April 1989; Sound Castle Studios, Los Angeles, California from April to May 1989. Includes liner notes by Dan Forte.
Personnel: Stevie Ray Vaughan (guitar, vocals); Reese Wynans (keyboards); Tommy Shannon (bass); Chris Layton (drums).
Producers: Stevie Ray Vaughan, Chris Layton, Tommy Shannon, Richard Mullen, Jim Capfer, Jim Gaines.
Reissue producer: Jimmie Vaughn.
Personnel: Stevie Ray Vaughan (vocals, guitar); Reese Wynans (keyboards); Tommy Shannon (bass guitar); Chris Layton (drums).
Audio Mixer: Richard Mullen .
Liner Note Author: Dan Forte.
Recording information: Ardent Recordings, Memphis, TN (01/1984-05/1989); Dallas Sound Lab, Dallas, TX (01/1984-05/1989); Kiva Recording Studio, Memphis, TN (01/1984-05/1989); Kiva Studios, Memphis TN (01/1984-05/1989); Power Station, New York, NY (01/1984-05/1989); Sound Castle Recording Studios, Los Angeles, CA (01/1984-05/1989); Sound Castle Studios, Los Angeles, CA (01/1984-05/1989); The Dallas Sound Lab, Dallas, TX (01/1984-05/1989); The Power Station, NY (01/1984-05/1989).
Photographers: William Snyder; Alan Messer; Stephanie Chernikowski.Rolling Stone (11/28/91) - 4 Stars - Excellent - "...the blusiest collection of [Vaughn's] career...could well be his best...there's so much presence, passion and heart in these performances that it's harder than ever to believe that Stevie's gone..."
Rolling Stone (11/28/91) - 4 Stars - Excellent - "...the blusiest collection of [Vaughn's] career...could well be his best...there's so much presence, passion and heart in these performances that it's harder than ever to believe that Stevie's gone..."
Entertainment Weekly (11/29/91) - "...the best showcase the fiery Texan has ever had...variety, warmth, individuality..." - Rating: A-
Entertainment Weekly (11/29/91) - "...the best showcase the fiery Texan has ever had...variety, warmth, individuality..." - Rating: A- The Sky Is Crying Music | List Price | $7.99 (You save $0.40) | | Category | Rock Albums, Blues CDs, Rock/Pop, Contemporary Blues, Texas/West Coast Blues | | Label | Epic | | Orig Year | 1991 | | All Time Sales Rank |  3178  | | CD Universe Part number | 1087022 | | Catalog number | 47390 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Nov 05, 1991 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Engineer | Jim Gaines; Richard Mullen | | Recording Time | 38 minutes | | Personnel | New York, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Reese Wynans, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tommy Shannon, Memphis, Jimmie Vaughan, Dallas, Chris "Whipper" Layton, Richard Mullen, 1985, 1984, 1989, California in April and May, Jim Capfer, Jim Gaines.
Recorded at The Power Station, Kiva Studios, Sound Castle Studios, Tennessee in February and April, Texas in March and May |
Stevie Ray Vaughan The Sky Is Crying Songs | 1. | Boot Hill | |
| 2. | Sky Is Crying, The | |
| 3. | Empty Arms | |
| 4. | Little Wing | |
| 5. | Wham! | |
| 6. | May I Have a Talk with You | |
| 7. | Close to You | |
| 8. | Chitlins Con Carne | |
| 9. | So Excited | |
| 10. | Life by the Drop | |
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The Sky Is Crying Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  highly recommended
This is really an EXCELLENT album. All the power of the blues tradition, but there is originality. SRV is an emotional, groovy, and technically gifted guitarist. I think the highlight is his version of 'Little Wing.' It is just unbelievable.
Not every song is fantastic. Close To You is almost disappointing, but that's just in contrast to the rest of the Album. Vaughan is back by very solid musicians. No discerning ear, especially with a blues background, could dismiss this gem.
Submitted by nicolas (Groningen, NL)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No SRV IS GOD
OMG - simply amazing. Can't believe this guy passed away...his music is legendary~
Submitted by HEADBANGERS R US (PLANO., TX)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No God I miss SRV !!!
I was looking for a CD of SRV that had some different cuts and this is it. The only CD of his I like as well or better is Texas Flood!!
Submitted by Jay (Winston-Salem NC)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No HIS BEST ALBUM BY FAR
THESE SUPPOSED OUTTAKES AND REJECTS WERE SUPPOSED TO BE A SCRAPING TOGETHER OF LEFTOVERS FOR DIEHARD FANS , BUT ONE LISTEN WILL CONFIRM THAT THIS IS EASILY STEVIE'S BEST SONG SELECTION AND PLAYING. HECK , EVEN THE VERSION OF HENDRIX' "LITTLE WING" WAS AN FM HIT!!
ALL KILLER AND NO FILLER - A MUST FOR ANY FAN OF GOOD MUSIC PERIOD. OWN THIS NOW!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by HOUSEROCKER (BOOT HILL)
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