Grayson Capps' fourth album, Wail and Ride (Hyena, 2006) is a testament to the vitality and resilience of New Orleans. There are songs about his hometown, like "New Orleans Waltz," and then songs that just feel like they've beed rolling around on Decatur Street, hopped up on raw oysters and daiquiris. Like the Big Easy, you'll leave this record feeling maybe a little hungover, but more alive than you were when you started ... full review
Grayson Capps - Wail & Ride
From Kim Ruehl, About.com
New Orleans' own Grayson Capps came out this year with his fourth CD—a tribute to his hometowm, which he had to leave during 2005's Hurricane Katrina.
Grayson Capps - Wail & Ride
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