"The Ozark Mountain Daredevils" presents a rich tapestry of Americana, blending country rock with folk influences. The production is warm and organic, capturing the essence of live instrumentation with a slight vintage patina. Acoustic guitars intertwine with banjos and mandolins, creating a lush, layered sound that feels both expansive and intimate. The tempo varies from upbeat, foot-stomping anthems to reflective ballads, maintaining a consistent energy that invites listeners to sway along. Harmonies are a standout feature, adding depth and texture to the arrangements. The album's distinctive character lies in its seamless fusion of genres, evoking a sense of nostalgia while remaining refreshingly original.

Album: The Ozark Mountain Daredevils by The Ozark Mountain Daredevils (1973)
Genre: BlueGrass | Style: Country
Format: Album

Description: The Ozark Mountain Daredevils is the debut album by the Country rock & Southern rock band The Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Sporting a patchwork quilt cover that gave some indication of its eclectic musical content, and spawned the #25 hit single "If You Wanna Get to Heaven", plus many other laid-back originals from the Missouri natives.
Steve Cash - harmonica, harpsichord, percussion, vocals
John Dillon - guitar, mandolin, fiddle, dulcimer, autoharp, keyboards, percussion, vocals
Larry Lee - guitar, keyboards, drums, percussion, vocals, saw
Randle Chowning - guitar, harmonica, vocals
Michael Granda - bass, percussion, vocals
Buddy Brayfield - piano, keyboards
Elizabeth Anderson - Backing Vocals
Sidney Cash - Backing Vocals
Janet Lee - Backing Vocals
Donald Bromage - Backing Vocals

Artist Background: The Ozark Mountain Daredevils are a Southern rock band formed in 1971 at Springfield, Missouri. They are most widely known for their singles "If You Wanna Get To Heaven" in 1973 and "Jackie Blue" in 1974. Some have described the band's sound as a "countrified Steely Dan". The "Daredevils" name has much to do with the long hair and beards sported by the band in the 1970s, a rejection of the more conservative style of their native South during that decade. Part of the Springfield, Missouri, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with BlueGrass movement. Known for Country style.

Related Artists: Atlanta Rhythm Section, The Marshall Tucker Band, Pure Prairie League, Poco

Music Scene: Part of the Springfield, Missouri, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with BlueGrass movement. Known for Country style.

Tags: BlueGrass, Country, 1970s, Album

Additional Context: Rating score: 10. Based on 1 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


The Ozark Mountain Daredevils is the debut album by the Country rock & Southern rock band The Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Sporting a patchwork quilt cover that gave some indication of its eclectic musical content, and spawned the #25 hit single "If You Wanna Get to Heaven", plus many other laid-back originals from the Missouri natives.
Steve Cash - harmonica, harpsichord, percussion, vocals
John Dillon - guitar, mandolin, fiddle, dulcimer, autoharp, keyboards, percussion, vocals
Larry Lee - guitar, keyboards, drums, percussion, vocals, saw
Randle Chowning - guitar, harmonica, vocals
Michael Granda - bass, percussion, vocals
Buddy Brayfield - piano, keyboards
Elizabeth Anderson - Backing Vocals
Sidney Cash - Backing Vocals
Janet Lee - Backing Vocals
Donald Bromage - Backing Vocals

The Ozark Mountain Daredevils

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