David Ackles (album)

David Ackles is the self-titled debut album of American singer-songwriter David Ackles. The album was also referred to by label Elektra Records as The Road to Cairo.^[2] Ackles' debut, described by music historian Richie Unterberger as Ackles' "most rock-oriented record",^[3] garnered faint praise from Rolling Stone critic Arthur Schmidt, who complained of thin melodies but who nevertheless described Ackles as "one of the best singers I've ever heard".^[4] The album's general mood is dark, unveiling what Piero Scaruffi described as Ackles' "eclectic and depressed talent".^[5]

Track listing

All songs composed by David Ackles.

1. "The Road to Cairo" – 5:16
2. "When Love is Gone" – 3:20
3. "Sonny Come Home" – 2:59
4. "Blue Ribbons" – 4:37
5. "What a Happy Day" – 2:14
6. "Down River" – 3:57
7. "Lassez-Faire" – 1:36
8. "Lotus Man" – 2:49
9. "His Name Is Andrew" – 6:11
10. "Be My Friend" – 4:48

Personnel

• David Ackles – piano, vocals
• David Anderle – producer
• Gordon Anderson – executive producer
• Bruce Botnick – engineer
• Joel Brodsky – photography
• Bob Fisher – audio mastering
• Michael Fonfara – organ
• William S. Harvey – art direction, cover art concept, cover art
• Douglas Hastings – guitar
• John Keliehor – percussion
• Russ Miller – producer
• Jerry Penrod – bass guitar
• Brian Ross-Myring – engineer
• Richie Unterberger – liner notes
• Danny Weis – guitar

References