Johnny Too Bad
1997
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The single "Johnny Too Bad" by Steve Earle & The V-Roys is a collaborative release featuring two mixes of the song "Johnny Too Bad", originally by The Slickers. The Slickers' version was made popular by the Jimmy Cliff reggae film "The Harder They Come". The single also includes a song by The V-Roys and a song by Steve Earle & The Fairfield Four, taken from the film "Dead Man Walking". The recording and mixing were done by Ray Kennedy at Room & Board in Nashville, TN.
Recording Info
Recorded and mixed by Ray Kennedy at Room & Board, Nashville, TN. Produced by The Twangtrust.
Track Highlights
- Johnny Too Bad (Sunshine Mix) (The Slickers)
- Johnny Too Bad (Hillbilly Mix) (The Slickers)
- Straight Highway — Performed by The V-Roys
- Ellis Unit One — Performed by Steve Earle & The Fairfield Four
Personnel
- Steve Earle (Vocals, Guitar)
- The V-Roys (Artist)
- The Fairfield Four (Artist)
- Ray Kennedy (Recorded By, Mixed By, Engineer)
- The Twangtrust (Producer)
- Brad Talbott (Illustration, Design)
Significance
The single features Steve Earle's interpretation of a classic reggae song, blending it with his country and rock influences. It also includes collaborations with other artists, showcasing a diverse range of musical styles.
The song "Johnny Too Bad" was originally written by Winston Bailey, Roy Beckford, Derrick Leopold Crooks, and Delroy George Wilson.
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