Lay It Down is a mid-career album by Cowboy Junkies, finding the band further exploring their signature blend of atmospheric alt-country and bluesy rock. It features a more electric and upbeat sound than their earlier work, with driving rhythms and searing guitar solos.
- Lay It Down was recorded at The Sound Factory in Los Angeles and produced by Peter Moore. The album reached number 19 on the Canadian RPM charts. It was the band's first album to feature electric guitar prominently throughout.
- Lay It Down was released on February 27, 1996, by Geffen Records. The album received mixed reviews, with some critics praising the band's new direction and others missing their earlier, more subdued sound. The album was supported by a tour of North America and Europe.
- Lay It Down marked a shift in Cowboy Junkies' sound, with a greater emphasis on electric guitars and a more dynamic rhythm section. The album features guest appearances from guitarist Jeff Bird and keyboardist Kenny Williams. It was the band's third album released on Geffen Records.
Cowboy Junkies are a Canadian alternative country band formed in Toronto in 1985. They are best known for their quiet, atmospheric sound and their 1988 album, The Trinity Session. In 1996, Cowboy Junkies were releasing Lay It Down, their third album on Geffen Records.
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