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By the mid-1970s, Gordon Lightfoot had become a full-fledged pop star, a staple of AM radio, and a regular denizen of the Billboard charts. While his production sensibilities at the time had expanded a bit by the time of SUNDOWN, he was never a folk purist to begin with, and it's a superficial distinction at best. What's important is that Lightfoot's songwriting acumen actually grew with his fame. "Circle of Steel," for example, is a cutting sociopolitical commentary that he probably wouldn't have been able to turn out a few years earlier. On the other side of the fence, the casual sensuality of the title track would have stuck out like a sore thumb on Lightfoot's earliest, more mannered albums. The easy blend of folk and pop on the hit "Carefree Highway" represents the unique paradigm that was always at the heart of both Lightfoot's gift and his wide appeal.
Live Recording
Composer: Gordon Lightfoot.
Personnel: Gordon Lightfoot (vocals, guitar, piano, bells, chimes); Catherine Smith (vocals); Terry Clements (guitar, acoustic guitar); Red Shea (guitar, dobro); Nick DeCaro (strings, accordion, horns, piano); Jack Zaza (recorder, English horn); Gene Martynec (synthesizer); Jim Gordon (drums, percussion); Milt Holland (percussion).
Photographer: John Reeves.Q (7/93, p.109) - 4 Stars - Excellent - "...By 1974, and SUNDOWN, Lightfoot was an international draw...all [songs] lyrically acute and tuneful to a fault, in places warmly embracing country..."
Relax and enjoy I sooooo love this cd and the quickness in which I recieved
my order. This cd is 32 years old, made 1 year after I was born. I can't believe I lived this long without it. If you want to enjoy yourself, put in this cd, sit back and relax. Submitted by michele.1.1 (Sierra Vista, AZ, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
Sundown Perhaps Lightfoot's Best This album is one of those that you can put on and not hear a bad song. Gord was in his writing and singing prime on Sundown. Another great thing about this album is that,even though it was recorded on analog tape back in the bad old days, all of the instruments sound great, especially the acoustic guitars. Sundown and CSN's debut album are two of the best acoustic guitar recordings in my opinon. This one is a keeper. Submitted by a reviewer (Raleigh, NC, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
A Classic Troubador Nary a bad song on this album...GL was a rare artist who grew better as he got more exposure. Many fine songs on this record, but the one that stays in my head is "Too Late for Prayin'". What a great song...it still sends chills up my spine. Take a listen to one of the great troubadors of modern music...you'll be enthralled by his talent. Submitted by Frank (Corva, Italy) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Great Songwriting!!! Gordon Lightfoot is one of the great songwriters of the decade. Beautiful lyrics. Submitted by jejr9 (Irvine) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Another masterpiece by the master musician Sundown is definitely one of his best works written and performed during his prime years. All the melodies and words are exceptional. You don't get tired of listening to them because they stand the test of time. I can't say enough of his talents and abilities. The songs soothe and bring contentment. If you haven't obtained this one, you are missing out. Submitted by rebid (Chubbuck, ID) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Sundown Perhaps Lightfoot's Best
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