Thank God for vinyl! I have had this wonderful 1971 Willie Nelson album since the mid-1970s. It was a commercial flop, but it contains two classic Willie-penned tunes: "Yesterday's Wine" (horribly remade by George Jones) and "Me and Paul." Side one of the album shows a gospel influence, but Willie really hits his stride with side two. "Summer of Roses" and "December Day" would surprise a lot of fans used to Willie's early honky-tonk songs: They are gentle, reflective songs with nice vocals, especially "December Day." "Yesterday's Wine" is a nice 3/4 tempo song about aging. "Me and Paul" brings to mind the Greatful Dead song "Trucking." Willie sings about touring with drummer Paul English, and almost getting "busted in Laredo, but for something that I'd rather not disclose." I love this album, and would love to get my hands on a copy on compact disc. One of Willie's better pre-Red Headed Stranger albums. I am certainly glad I hung on to my vinyl.

I have not been that big of a Willie Nelson fan...bought this for my husband. That said, I really liked this album and have bought more to send to relatives.

You cannot believe how long I have looked for this CD. It is an oldie. Thanks for being there.

You can download the album at EMusic.com, Legally.

I used to have this CD, but lost it! Apparantly it is not in stock here anymore, if anyone knows where to get it please e-mail me Maxwell@DataTomato.com ! Thanks!