Riders in the Sky cut this record in the wake of their performing a
Gene Autry medley in a television appearance with
Autry himself in the audience. The songs are done reverently but with a real sense of fun, essentially the same balancing act that has made them a success on stage and television. Their main innovations are the harmony singing, which works well throughout, and a jazzy approach to
Jimmie Rodgers' "Can't Shake the Sands of Texas from My Shoes."
Autry's versions have held up magnificently well, but this loving tribute album is a necessary addition to any fan's collection. ~ Bruce Eder