''San Francisco Days'' is the fourth album by
Chris Isaak
Christopher Joseph Isaak (born June 26, 1956) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor. Noted for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range, he is popularly known for his breakthrough hit and sig ...
, released in 1993. The album's sound was more upbeat than that of its predecessor, the darker ''
Heart Shaped World'', and Isaak's breakthrough hit "
Wicked Game". It did not perform as well as ''Heart Shaped World'', but was certified
gold
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by the
RIAA
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while several of its tracks became longtime staples of Isaak's live set. Later in 1993, the song "Two Hearts" was featured in the film ''
True Romance'' and on its soundtrack.
The album was also Isaak's last to feature guitarist
James Calvin Wilsey, who had been a member of his band since its formation, due to personal conflicts and drug problems. Wilsey only performed on a handful of tracks before departing, including the lead single, "Can't Do a Thing (To Stop Me)".
The album was dedicated to the memory of Louie Beeson, who was the sound consultant.
Track listing
All tracks composed by Chris Isaak; except where noted.
# "San Francisco Days"
# "Beautiful Homes"
# "Round 'N' Round"
# "Two Hearts"
# "Can't Do a Thing (To Stop Me)" (Isaak, Brian Elliot)
# "Except the New Girl"
# "Waiting"
# "Move Along"
# "I Want Your Love"
# "5:15"
# "Lonely With a Broken Heart"
# "
Solitary Man" (
Neil Diamond
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He has written and ...
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Personnel
*Chris Isaak – vocals, guitar
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James Calvin Wilsey – lead guitar
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Rowland Salley – bass, vocals
*Kenney Dale Johnson – drums, vocals
*Jimmy Pugh – Hammond B3 organ on "I Want Your Love"
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Danny Gatton
Daniel Wood Gatton Jr. (September 4, 1945 – October 4, 1994) was an American virtuoso guitarist who combined blues, rockabilly, jazz, and country to create a musical style he called "redneck jazz".
Career
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– lead guitar
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Jeff Watson – lead guitar
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Tom Brumley – pedal steel guitar
Sales and certifications
References
Chris Isaak albums
1993 albums
Reprise Records albums
Albums produced by Erik Jacobsen
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