Ray Campi • Austin to LA - With Friends Along The Way CD
Ray Campi brings together an extraordinary cast of Roots, Country and Rockabilly musicians on Austin to LA - With Friends Along The Way, a 27-track collection packed with collaborations from throughout his remarkable career. The legendary performer is joined by an all-star line-up including Bonnie Raitt, Merle Travis, Del Shannon, Johnny Legend and Rosie Flores.
The musical journey takes in everything from Boogie Woogie and Rockabilly to Country, Western Swing and Roots music, with Campi sharing the spotlight with Lou Ann Barton, Rose Maddox, Ronnie Mack, Tony Conn, Jimmie Skinner, Tex Ritter and many more. Highlights include Merle's Boogie Woogie, Guitar Rag, Sweet Temptation, If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time and Over The Hill, making this a wonderfully varied collection of rootsy collaborations.
With 27 tracks and a guest list that reads like a who's who of American Roots music, Austin to LA - With Friends Along The Way is a fascinating collection for anyone interested in Ray Campi and the rich musical world surrounding him. A superb snapshot of a legendary Rockabilly performer in very distinguished company.