[.ca] Lone Starry Night

This CD is the best on the country scene today!:
I've never purchased a CD where I couldn't choose a favorite song, but this is the first! Amarillo by Morning is fabulous, and because of his Texas roots, john Arthur martinez did this with great respect for George Strait. The title song "Lone Starry Night" gives me chills, "If I Didn't Care" made me cry, "The Armadillo Song" is a favorite of mine and my Grandson, and I could go on about this all day. Great to listen to, great to dance to. Wonderful for riding in the car, or just easy listening at home. I'm hooked on john Arthur martinez! This is a must have CD ...

This CD Is A Treasure:
I have fallen in love with every song on this cd. Pour A Little Love On It is a wonderful, well written song that evokes music from the 60's. It is a joy to close your eyes and listen to it over and over. Then, If I Didn't Care is next on my list. Written by john Arthur for his stepchildren, it speaks to every stepchild - of which I was one. It is a heart mender and hurt feelings fixer. It still gives me chills. Amarillo By Morning was done with respect to the original but jAm still manages to make it his own. Home Made Of Stone is a true love song. Written by john Arthur to his wife it tells of his love for her and what he wants to give her in return for her unselfish love for him. I could go on and on but this cd will speak for itself. Oh - but you have to give a listen to the Armadillo Song. See if you can keep up.

Texas Music that the rest of the world can understand:
I love Texas music. But it sure can be a "hard sell" to those outside the Lone Star State, who think Texas Music means pared down, sometimes harsh musical interpretations, non-standard (scratchy or raspy) voices, and songs that are more about the story than the melody. For those folks I have a new weapon: "Lone Starry Night". Yes, all the requisite Texas elements are there, from the fun Western Swing song "A Girl Named Texas", to the "Man Who Holds The Bow", a tribute to the teachings of a grandfather. But there is so much more. "Lone Starry Night" (the song) is a stunning musical journey, expressing not only the wonder of the sky, and the beauty of canyons in the Big Bend, but through spiritual affirmation and joy as well. "Home Made of Stone" and "If I Didn't Care" explore love, but from a different perspective. No honky-tonk romances here. Just real situations, and real emotions. john Arthur's expressive voice is at it's best here, warm, smooth, and achingly compelling. "The Armadillo Song" is pure fun, sure to be loved by children of all ages. Can you sing those tongue twister words that fast? Just try. "Tonight at Fiesta", "River of Love", and "Amarillo by Morning" showcase southwestern flair. Two are bilingual, the third, a song about young love at fiesta time. "Just Like The Moon", also bilingual, compares an illusive woman to the relationship between the moon and tide. Very original and unusual. The music, as well as the lyric, portray the ebb and flow of the sea, as well as the closeness and distance between the man and woman. "Trouble Rides a Fast Horse" is a bit darker in tone. "Pour a Little Love On It", a soulful, R & B number, explores yet another facet of john Arthur's versatility as a songwriter. The album has a complete, whole, sparkling sound. There's nothing pared down here. A fresh interpretation of "Amarillo By Morning" includes an accordion. "Tonight at Fiesta" employs a Brazilian viola. But, not to worry, Texas music fans, there's plenty of great fiddle and guitar to make you smile and tap your toes. "Lone Starry Night" is a treat for those country music lovers longing for something different and unique, yet truly country. It's also a boon to those of us who love Texas music, and want to share it with the world.

Mediocracy at its best:
This album is just okay. I wouldn't spend money on it. The spanish influence is cool, but his voice is not great. The armadillo song is good, but his rendition of Amarillo by Morning is less than par. He is not one of the top artists to come out of Texas. If you are looking for a real artist, try Pat Green, Cory Morrow, Charlie Robison, or even the Los Lonely Boys. Wait till there is a clearance sale at Target to pick up this album.

John Arthur's the Best:
This CD is one of the best I have bought in years. There isn't one song on it that I don't like. The fact that he wrote all but one song on the CD just emphasizes the talent of this man. I like him from the first time I saw him on Nashville Star and am happy that this CD was made. Can't wait for the next one!!

• The Man Who Holds the Bow
• Home Made of Stone
• Amarillo by Morning
• A Girl Named Texas
• The Armadillo Song
• If I Didn't Care
• The River of Love/El Rio Amor
• Tonight at Fiesta
• Just Like the Moon
• Trouble Rides a Fast Horse
• Pour a Little Love on it
• Lone Starry Night
• Tonight at Fiesta (reprise)