From his deep, charming drawl to the lazy, shuffling music behind him, Joe Paquin is a perfect example of a country musician who has a firm grasp on the genre. Unlike most country from this period, there is a homegrown appeal to Paquin's approach that brings to mind the rock-influenced country of classic Johnny Cash. Although Cash is obviously the standard to be held against in this aspect of the genre, Paquin manages to hold his own nicely. Where he really shines is on the {\bal...   [ read more ]

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