Crowell, Rodney

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	Ain't Living Long Like This Used - LP - BSK 3228 Scarce 1978 Original With Custom Lyric Inner Sleeve And Promo Stamp/Sticker On Front Jacket. Features Ry Cooder, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Amos Garrett, Jim Keltner, Ricky Skaggs, Albert Lee And Others. “Rodney Crowell's Auspicious 1978 Debut, Ain't Living Long Like This, Not Only Showcases His Songwriting Prowess, But Also His Ability To Deliver A Song, Whether It's One Of His Own Or The Work Of Another Writer. Crowell Possesses A Sort Of Everly Brothers, Nashville Soul In His Strong, Emotive Tenor, That's Equally Effective On The Country-Blues Of Dallas Frazier's "Elvira," As It Is On The Rocking Title Cut Or A Country-Folk Ballad Such As The Self-Penned "Song For The Life." Along With Producer Brian Ahern (Emmylou Harris), Crowell Employs A Who's Who Of Country And Rock'n'roll Session Players, Including James Burton And Glen D. Hardin, Both Of Whom Played With Elvis Presley And Gram Parsons, As Well As Enlisting The Aid Of Artists Such As Dr. John, Ry Cooder, Nicolette Larson, Emmylou Harris, Ricky Skaggs And Willie Nelson. As A Writer, Crowell, Who Chose To Include Three Terrific Covers Over Any Of His Backlog Of Excellent Original Material, Has The Knack For Mixing A Pop Sensibility And Rock'n'roll Vitality, With The Heart And Reverence Of A Traditionalist. A Song Such As "California Earthquake (A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On)," Sounds As If It Could've Been Written Decades Before, While "Voila, An American Dream" Hit The Pop Charts The Following Year For The Dirt Band. Ain't Living Long Like This Became A Mining-Ground Of Material For Others. Nearly Every One Of Crowell's Tunes From The Album Was Covered Within The Next Few Years, Spawning At Least A Couple Of Major Hits. Even "Elvira," Which He Had Resurrected, Became An Early-'80s Smash For The Oak Ridge Boys .” - Brett Hartenbach, All Music Guide more
	Ain't Living Long Like This Used - LP - BSK 3228 Release Originally In '78, This Is A 1979 Repress Based On The WB Cream Labels With Lines. Los Angeles Press, With Custom Lyric Inner Sleeve. Features Ry Cooder, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Amos Garrett, Jim Keltner, Ricky Skaggs, Albert Lee And Others. "Rodney Crowell's Auspicious 1978 Debut, Ain't Living Long Like This, Not Only Showcases His Songwriting Prowess, But Also His Ability To Deliver A Song, Whether It's One Of His Own Or The Work Of Another Writer. Crowell Possesses A Sort Of Everly Brothers, Nashville Soul In His Strong, Emotive Tenor, That's Equally Effective On The Country-blues Of Dallas Frazier's "Elvira," As It Is On The Rocking Title Cut Or A Country-folk Ballad Such As The Self-penned "Song For The Life." Along With Producer Brian Ahern (Emmylou Harris), Crowell Employs A Who's Who Of Country And Rock'n'roll Session Players, Including James Burton And Glen D. Hardin, Both Of Whom Played With Elvis Presley And Gram Parsons, As Well As Enlisting The Aid Of Artists Such As Dr. John, Ry Cooder, Nicolette Larson, Emmylou Harris, Ricky Skaggs And Willie Nelson. As A Writer, Crowell, Who Chose To Include Three Terrific Covers Over Any Of His Backlog Of Excellent Original Material, Has The Knack For Mixing A Pop Sensibility And Rock'n'roll Vitality, With The Heart And Reverence Of A Traditionalist. A Song Such As "California Earthquake (A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On)," Sounds As If It Could've Been Written Decades Before, While "Voila, An American Dream" Hit The Pop Charts The Following Year For The Dirt Band. Ain't Living Long Like This Became A Mining-ground Of Material For Others. Nearly Every One Of Crowell's Tunes From The Album Was Covered Within The Next Few Years, Spawning At Least A Couple Of Major Hits. Even "Elvira," Which He Had Resurrected, Became An Early-'80s Smash For The Oak Ridge Boys." AMG Review By Brett Hartenbach. more
	Ain't Living Long Like This Used - LP - BSK 3228 Scarce 1978 Original With Promo Stamp. Features Ry Cooder, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Amos Garrett, Jim Keltner, Ricky Skaggs, Albert Lee And Others. “Rodney Crowell's Auspicious 1978 Debut, Ain't Living Long Like This, Not Only Showcases His Songwriting Prowess, But Also His Ability To Deliver A Song, Whether It's One Of His Own Or The Work Of Another Writer. Crowell Possesses A Sort Of Everly Brothers, Nashville Soul In His Strong, Emotive Tenor, That's Equally Effective On The Country-Blues Of Dallas Frazier's "Elvira," As It Is On The Rocking Title Cut Or A Country-Folk Ballad Such As The Self-Penned "Song For The Life." Along With Producer Brian Ahern (Emmylou Harris), Crowell Employs A Who's Who Of Country And Rock'n'roll Session Players, Including James Burton And Glen D. Hardin, Both Of Whom Played With Elvis Presley And Gram Parsons, As Well As Enlisting The Aid Of Artists Such As Dr. John, Ry Cooder, Nicolette Larson, Emmylou Harris, Ricky Skaggs And Willie Nelson. As A Writer, Crowell, Who Chose To Include Three Terrific Covers Over Any Of His Backlog Of Excellent Original Material, Has The Knack For Mixing A Pop Sensibility And Rock'n'roll Vitality, With The Heart And Reverence Of A Traditionalist. A Song Such As "California Earthquake (A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On)," Sounds As If It Could've Been Written Decades Before, While "Voila, An American Dream" Hit The Pop Charts The Following Year For The Dirt Band. Ain't Living Long Like This Became A Mining-Ground Of Material For Others. Nearly Every One Of Crowell's Tunes From The Album Was Covered Within The Next Few Years, Spawning At Least A Couple Of Major Hits. Even "Elvira," Which He Had Resurrected, Became An Early-'80s Smash For The Oak Ridge Boys .” AMG - Brett Hartenbach more
	Ain't Living Long Like This Used - LP - BSK 3228 1978 US original, Los Angeles pressing. Glossy, VG+ vinyl. Ain’t Living Long Like This marked Rodney Crowell’s arrival as a major voice in country songwriting. Released in 1978, the album blends sharp narrative instincts with a lean, modern country-rock edge. Crowell’s writing is concise and vivid, rooted in Texas grit but polished with Nashville precision. The title track, later popularized by others, anchors a set filled with tightly constructed songs and purposeful arrangements. There’s momentum throughout—clean guitar lines, steady rhythms, and storytelling that feels lived-in rather than ornamental. A strong debut that set the tone for Crowell’s enduring reputation as one of country music’s most literate craftsmen. more
	But What Will The Neighbors Think Used - LP - BSK 3407 1980 US original, Los Angeles pressing. Glossy, NM- vinyl. The 1980 sophomore release from Rodney Crowell sharpens his blend of country tradition and sharp-edged songwriting. Produced by Craig Doerge, the album leans into crisp arrangements while keeping Crowell’s narrative instincts front and center. more
	But What Will The Neighbors Think New - LP - BSK 3407 Sealed 1980 Original With Custom Hype Sticker On The Shrink Wrap. Start Of Small Top Center Seam Split. more
	Diamonds & Dirt Used - LP - FC 44076 1988 Original. Cover Shows Creasing And Markings Across The Front. LP Appears Unplayed. more
	Diamonds & Dirt Used - LP - FC 44076 1988 Original. Cover Shows Creasing And Markings Across The Front. LP Appears Unplayed. more
	Houston Kid New - CD - SUG 1065 Stereophile R2D4 more
	Rodney Crowell Used - LP - BSK 3587 1981 Original With Promo Stamp On Front Cover. Features Albert Lee On Guitar. more
	Rodney Crowell New - LP - BSK 3587 Sealed 1981 Original. Features Memphis Soul Organist Booker T. Jones, Guitarists Vince Gill And Albert Lee, And Former Wife Rosanne Cash On Harmony Vocals. Tiny Saw Cut. more
	Rodney Crowell Used - LP - BSK 3587 1981 US original, Allied pressing. Glossy, VG++ vinyl. Released in 1981, this self-titled set finds Rodney Crowell refining the sharp songwriting and polished country-rock sensibility that defined his early career. The production is crisp and radio-aware, yet the core remains rooted in strong narrative craft and melodic clarity. Crowell’s delivery is measured and confident, pairing emotional intelligence with a contemporary Nashville sheen. Guitars are clean and purposeful, rhythms tight, and the arrangements leave room for the songs to speak without excess ornamentation. A solid early-’80s entry that underscores Crowell’s reputation as one of country music’s most literate and consistent writers. more
	Street Language Used - LP - FC 40116 1986 US Original With Custom Inner Sleeve. Co-Produced By Booker T. more
	Tarpaper Sky New - LP - 5089 Sealed 2014 Original Pressed On 180gm Vinyl. Custom Hype Sticker On Shrink And Free Digital Download Included. more