Ashes & Fire Ryan Adams

• 1 Dirty Rain 04:22
• 2 Ashes & Fire 03:49
• 3 Come Home 04:53
• 4 Rocks 03:02
• 5 Do I Wait 03:58
• 6 Chains Of Love 02:27
• 7 Invisible Riverside 04:49
• 8 Save Me 04:23
• 9 Kindness 04:34
• 10 Lucky Now 02:56
• 11 I Love You But I Don't Know What To Say 04:08
• Total Runtime 43:21

Info for Ashes & Fire

„Ashes & Fire“ was recorded at Sunset Sound Factory in Hollywood and produced by Glyn Johns, renowned for his work with the likes of The Beatles, Bob Dylan, The Clash, The Who and The Rolling Stones--and whose son Ethan produced previous Ryan Adams albums Heartbreaker, Gold and 29. 'All great records start with great songs,' commented Dan McCarroll, President of Capitol and Virgin Records. 'Ashes & Fire will remind you why Ryan Adams is at the front of the line as one of his generation's most gifted artists.'

From the slow burning stunner of an opener 'Dirty Rain' through the infectious shuffle of the title track and irresistible harmonies of 'Lucky Now,' to the closing lament of 'I Love You But I Don't Know What To Say,' Ashes & Fire is arguably the most cohesive and beautiful album of Adams' distinguished career.

Ashes & Fire also features guest turns from Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers keyboardist Benmont Tench as well as Norah Jones who contributes piano and backing vocals on several tracks, including the lilting, acoustic overtures of 'Come Home,' the sumptuous ballad 'Save Me' and the heartfelt 'Kindness.'

Ashes & Fire also features guest turns from Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers keyboardist Benmont Tench as well as Norah Jones who contributes piano and backing vocals on several tracks.

'Lead single 'Lucky Now' literally revels in Adams' newfound reformation....He's purely elegant throughout.' (SPIN)

'[T]here's a real focus to the writing; these sweet, sad songs sound like his most fully realised collection in years.' (Record Collector)

Ryan Adams, vocals, guitars
Jeremy Stacey, drums

Additional musicians:
Norah Jones, piano
Benmont Tench, B3 Hammond, piano
Daniel Clarke, B3 Hammond
Gus Seyffert, bass
Samuel Dixon, bass
Greg Liesz, pedal steel
Neal Casal, acoustic guitar
Mandy Moore, backing vocals
Chris Stills, backing vocals
The Section Quartet
Eric Gorfain, violin
Daphne Chen, violin
Lauren Chipman, viola
Richard Dodd, cello

Recorded at Sunset Sound Studios, Hollywood, CA.
Engineered and mixed by Glyn Johns
Mastering by Bob Ludwig
Produced by Glyn Johns

Ryan Adams
has been praised as "one of rock's most talented songwriters” (SPIN). The 7-time Grammy nominated artist has 22 studio albums to his name, accumulating in millions of sales. He has produced albums for esteemed musicians including Willie Nelson, Jesse Malin, Jenny Lewis and has collaborated with some of music’s most influential artists such as Weezer, Fall Out Boy, America and many more.

Ryan’s profound contributions to music have taken many different forms. From his songwriting, to his producing, to fronting the rock/alternative country band Whiskeytown, and forming, “Ryan Adams & The Cardinals,” his ability to connect with audiences across a variety of different mediums is undeniable. Adams’ musical creativity was recognized early on and led to his NME Best Solo Artist win in both 2003 and 2004. In addition to his self-titled, double-Grammy-nominated 2014 album, Ryan’s catalogue includes Heartbreaker, Ashes & Fire, Easy Tiger, Cold Roses, Jacksonville City Nights, Love Is Hell, his 2001 major label debut Gold, and more.

Ryan’s artistry is not limited to his songwriting capabilities. In 2009, he published Infinity Blues, a book of free verse poetry about his journey to self-realization, and Hello Sunshine, a collection of poems and short stories. Ryan’s passion for writing continues, and he is currently working on his first novel. His music has spanned multiple musical genres, and has been incorporated in film and television specials such as Judd Apatow’s top grossing production Bridesmaids, This is 40, popular HBO TV series’ True Blood and Felicity, and his song, ‘Stay Alive’ appeared in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, starring Ben Stiller.

In November 2014, Ryan performed a two-night engagement at New York’s famed Carnegie Hall, which turned into a critically acclaimed live album on PAX-AM records, a label specifically for his music releases.

Ryan is widely known for his powerful shows performed all over the world and regarded for his prolific songwriting. He has been praised by many music icons including Noel Gallagher, Taylor Swift and the legend Elton John, who described him as the “fabulous one.” Adams currently resides in Los Angeles, California with his five cats, typewriter, and coffee machine.

This album contains no booklet.