Classic Vinyl: New Riders of the Purple Sage – The Adventures of Panama Red
October 18, 2012 9:38 AM
The Adventures of Panama Red is the fourth country rock album by the New Riders of the Purple Sage, released in 1973. It is widely regarded as one of the group’s best efforts, and reached number 55 on the Billboard charts.
The album includes two songs written by Peter Rowan — “Panama Red”, which became a radio hit, and “Lonesome L.A. Cowboy”. Another song, “Kick in the Head”, was written by Robert Hunter. Donna Jean Godchaux and Buffy Sainte-Marie contribute background vocals on several tracks.
Sam Talkington talks New Riders:
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New Riders of the Purple Sage. Panama Red:
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