Hiatt's 1987 album "Bring the Family" served as a pivotal moment, showcasing a more stripped-down, raw sound with a stellar cast of musicians. It stands as one of his most enduring and influential works.
- Recorded in a mere three days, the album featured a dream backing band including Ry Cooder on guitar, Jim Keltner on drums, and Nick Lowe on bass.
- Despite not charting itself, "Bring the Family" was a critical success and became a popular album among musicians, with many artists covering its songs.
- Bonnie Raitt's Grammy-winning rendition of "Thing Called Love" on her 1989 album "Nick of Time" was originally featured on this 1987 Hiatt release.
John Hiatt is a singer-songwriter from Indianapolis, Indiana, known for his distinctive voice and prolific output across rock, folk, and Americana genres. In 1987, he was deep into his career, having released a string of critically acclaimed albums that cemented his reputation, though mainstream success still eluded him.
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