Just a Matter of Time - Randy Rogers, Rogers, Randy
You Could've Left Me - Randy Rogers, Finlay, Kent
You Could Change My Mind - Randy Rogers, Rogers, Randy
Before I Believe It's True - Randy Rogers, Foster, Radney
You Start Over Your Way - Randy Rogers, Foster, Radney
If Anyone Asks - Randy Rogers, Rogers, Randy
You Don't Know Me - Randy Rogers, Richardson, Jon
If I Told You the Truth - Randy Rogers, Foster, Radney
Whiskey's Got a Hold on Me - Randy Rogers, Rogers, Randy
"We were really conscious about not letting the fact that this was going to be our major-label debut mess with our heads" says Rogers, "Because to us, this record is really just the next step. For many folks who don?t know... more » about the movement that?s going on down here, it?ll be their first look at us. But we approached this like we were making our fifth record, not our first. And there was a lot of trust from the label in terms of, ?You guys go out there and make a record and turn it in, and we?ll leave you alone and let you do your thing.?" In exchange for that creative freedom (and the luxury of a considerably bigger budget than they?d ever had before), the band and Foster delivered on their end of the bargain. Like Rollercoaster before it, Just a Matter of Time plays like a rock ?n? roll album with a country heart as big as Texas, or a straight-up country record played by a killer rock ?n? roll band. But in fine country tradition, it?s the uniform quality of the songs that really steals the show. All but two were co-written by Rogers (four with Foster himself, a potent combo that yielded many of Rollercoaster?s brightest moments, including the single and "Somebody Take Me Home," later covered by Kenny Chesney for his The Road and the Radio album); the other two were contributed by bassist Richardson (a former front man in his own right) and Foster and George Ducas, who first struck gold co-writing Foster?s first big solo hit, "Just Call Me Lonesome." Here, they contribute the irresistible "Kiss Me in the Dark! ," which was pretty much destined to be the lead single from the very first time the band heard it. "If we were going to cut an outside song, it had to be such a great song that you couldn?t pass on it," says Rogers, smiling. "It would have to be a single." "We just wanted this record to be an honest representation of where we were at when we signed our first major-label deal," says Rogers. "I think it?s the best thing we?ve ever done, but ? we?re going to make another record pretty soon, and hopefully we?ll feel like that?s the best record we?ve ever done, too. The idea is to just continue to raise the bar."« less
"We were really conscious about not letting the fact that this was going to be our major-label debut mess with our heads" says Rogers, "Because to us, this record is really just the next step. For many folks who don?t know about the movement that?s going on down here, it?ll be their first look at us. But we approached this like we were making our fifth record, not our first. And there was a lot of trust from the label in terms of, ?You guys go out there and make a record and turn it in, and we?ll leave you alone and let you do your thing.?" In exchange for that creative freedom (and the luxury of a considerably bigger budget than they?d ever had before), the band and Foster delivered on their end of the bargain. Like Rollercoaster before it, Just a Matter of Time plays like a rock ?n? roll album with a country heart as big as Texas, or a straight-up country record played by a killer rock ?n? roll band. But in fine country tradition, it?s the uniform quality of the songs that really steals the show. All but two were co-written by Rogers (four with Foster himself, a potent combo that yielded many of Rollercoaster?s brightest moments, including the single and "Somebody Take Me Home," later covered by Kenny Chesney for his The Road and the Radio album); the other two were contributed by bassist Richardson (a former front man in his own right) and Foster and George Ducas, who first struck gold co-writing Foster?s first big solo hit, "Just Call Me Lonesome." Here, they contribute the irresistible "Kiss Me in the Dark! ," which was pretty much destined to be the lead single from the very first time the band heard it. "If we were going to cut an outside song, it had to be such a great song that you couldn?t pass on it," says Rogers, smiling. "It would have to be a single." "We just wanted this record to be an honest representation of where we were at when we signed our first major-label deal," says Rogers. "I think it?s the best thing we?ve ever done, but ? we?re going to make another record pretty soon, and hopefully we?ll feel like that?s the best record we?ve ever done, too. The idea is to just continue to raise the bar."
Amy I. (aymee) from HENDERSON, NV Reviewed on 8/29/2013...
I love this CD. It was the CD that introduced me to the Randy Rogers Band and remains one of my favorites. There's something about the man's voice that just grabs me and hauls me in, soulful and wonderful. "Kiss Me in the Dark" remains my favorite song of theirs and if for no other reason, this CD is worth the one song (although there isn't a one on here that I don't adore).
CD Reviews
Passionate Music from the Heart of Texas
B & C | 09/30/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If you've ever met Randy you will know that he is the Will Rogers of Texas Country Music. He never met a man he didn't like, but has met at least one woman who has broken his heart. Nights on the road playing and partying with some of the most talented artists on the Texas music scene have spawned some incredibly passionate songwriting partnerships on Randy Rogers Band's new CD. Anyone who has done any livin at all can't help but have memories stirred up from this collection of hard hitting songs. From true heart breakers like Whiskey's Got A Hold On Me and If Anyone Asks to sexy songs like You Could Change My Mind and the bedroom ballad Kiss Me In The Dark RRB really gets the blood flowing. Randy belts them out with a haunting honesty that hits deep inside you. The band's awsome insrumental talents aren't hidden by the over-engineering that clutters many Nashville produced CDs. You Don't Know Me written by bass player Jon Richardson highlights each musician's incredible talent as the music drifts from one solo to the next. I can listen to RRBs music over and over, it just doesn't get old. Think this aint true Texas music? Don't just listen to the music, go see Randy and the guys when they come to town. Get close and let it sink into your skin like mesquite smoke from a campfire on a hot Hill Country night."
Awesome
B. Carpenter | 09/12/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Awesome CD. Definitely one of the hottest in the Red Dirt Scene right now. If you don't have this CD, you should definitely add it to your collection. If you don't have other Randy Rogers, you should get those too. This guys is definitely the next big thing to come out of Texas and the Red Dirt Scene."
Just A Matter Of Time
B. Carpenter | 09/12/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"AWESOME! Best one yet from RRB! This one is a must have! Can't pick a favorite - Love all the songs! :)"
AWESOME
Camy Strader | Dallas, TX | 09/12/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought the CD and it's freakin' awesome! Everyone should give this band a listen... trust me you'll be hooked!"
Country Music is not DEAD!
country music fan | Texas | 09/12/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is a must for any REAL country music fans tired of the pop country being played on the radio!"