The Mavericks - Play The Hits (LP)

The Mavericks - Play The Hits (LP) The Mavericks Ü masters of country-latino-rockânâroll, born in the rich cultural mix of Miami then tempered in Nashville's country hothouse Ü rode high in the country and rock charts of the 1990s with culture-crossing hits like Üwhat a crying shameâ and Üall you ever do is bring me downâ. Then they conquered Europe with the titanic feel-good party classic Üdance the night awayâ, a 400,000-seller in the UK. Yet nothing lasts forever, and in 2004 the mavericks went on hiatus while front man Raul Malo explored new musical avenues. But since a reunion in 2012, this most singular of bands has re-established itself as one of the most exciting and joyfully entertaining acts on touring and festival circuit across the planet. Itâs a reputation based on their irrepressible mix of country, texmex, rockabilly and Latino sounds plus a riotously entertaining, world-renowned live show. A mavericks gig is a guaranteed party night encompassing everything from the essential Üdance the night awayâ to the infectious tejano-ska hybrid of Üback in your arms againâ Ü and, on occasion, even wild cards like a mavericks take on The Beatlesâ ÜBack in the USSRâ. The Mavericks are true American originals, heirs to the great song writing traditions of Cuba and Miami, of Nashville and San Antonio and Memphis. Now, on their 30th anniversary as a band, theyâre back to remind the world why theyâre so good. TRACKLISTING SIDE A 1. Swinginâ - John Anderson 2. Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way - Waylon Jennings 3. Blame It On Your Heart - Patty Loveless 4. Donât You Ever Get Tired (Of Hurting Me) - Ray Price 5. Before The Next Teardrop Falls - Freddy Fender 6. Hungry Heart - Bruce Springsteen SIDE B 7. Why Canât She Be You - Patsy Cline 8. Once Upon A Time (feat. Martina McBride) - Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells 9. Donât Be Cruel - Elvis Presley 10. Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain - Willie Nelson 11. Iâm Leaving It Up To You - Dale & Grace