{"title":"Shaver","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShaver was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor. He was born on August 16, 1939 in Corsicana, Texas, USA and passed away on October 28, 2020 in Waco, Texas, USA. Known as the father of Eddy Shaver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith his unique blend of country and rock music, Shaver made a significant impact on the music industry. His heartfelt lyrics and soulful voice resonated with audiences around the world. He was not only a talented musician but also a gifted actor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfluenced by artists such as Joe Ely and James Hand among others*, Shaver's music captivated listeners with its raw emotion and honest storytelling. His contributions to the genre will forever be remembered.*\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"electric-shaver-2","title":"Electric Shaver","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1998, New West Records was in its infancy - The label had only released a handful of records before becoming fortunate enough to work with Shaver, a duo consisting of Billy Joe Shaver and his son, Eddy Shaver - The guitar virtuoso son and the outlaw-country hit-songwriter formed an incredible pair that would go on to release 6 critically acclaimed albums.   In 1999 the duo released Electric Shaver and the title says it all. Billy Joe had made a career out of playing acoustic country songs but with Electric Shaver, he and Eddy plugged in and delivered an outlaw country record with blues licks and rock solos.   In celebration of 25 years working with this amazing catalog, New West Records is proud to release Electric Shaver on vinyl for the first time. This is a one-time color pressing. These will not be pressed again. Each record is packaged in a colored foil paper sleeve with foil stamped sequential numbering 0001-2000.This record is limited to 2000 copies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New West Records","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50477566656843,"sku":"2016614","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_beff5f92_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727474434"},{"product_id":"the-earth-rolls-on-2","title":"The Earth Rolls On","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1998, New West Records was in its infancy -  The label had only released a handful of records before becoming fortunate enough to work with Shaver, a duo consisting of Billy Joe Shaver and his son, Eddy Shaver - The guitar virtuoso son and the outlaw-country hit-songwriter formed an incredible pair that would go on to release 6 critically acclaimed albums.   The duo's final release came in April of 2001, not long after the untimely passing of Eddy Shaver. Billy Joe and Eddy had written and recorded The Earth Rolls On before Eddy's death on December 30, 2000. The record is widely considered some of Billy Joe's most powerful songwriting and some of Eddy's most inspired guitar playing. The record features Ken Coomer and Jay Bennet of Wilco as well as Gary Tallent from the E Street Band.   In celebration of 25 years working with this amazing catalog, New West Records is proud to release The Earth Rolls On vinyl pressing for the first time. This is a one-time color pressing. These will not be pressed again. Each record is packaged in a colored foil paper sleeve with foil stamped sequential numbering 0001-2000.This record is limited to 2000 copies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New West Records","offers":[{"title":"Clear LP","offer_id":50477719814475,"sku":"2016866","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_a963a327_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727477147"},{"product_id":"victory-4","title":"Victory","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1998, New West Records was in its infancy - The label had only released a handful of records before becoming fortunate enough to work with Shaver, a duo consisting of Billy Joe Shaver and his son, Eddy Shaver - The guitar virtuoso son and the outlaw-country hit-songwriter formed an incredible pair that would go on to release 6 critically acclaimed albums.   Shaver had released three full length albums before signing to New West Records. Their fourth album, Victory, was released in 1998 and helped put the label on the map. The spiritual and almost confessional nature of the record combined with startling vocal performances helped put Billy Joe Shaver front and center again as well.  In celebration of 25 years working with this amazing catalog, New West Records is proud to release Victory on vinyl for the first time. This is a one-time color pressing. These will not be pressed again. Each record is packaged in a colored foil paper sleeve with foil stamped sequential numbering 0001-2000.This record is limited to 2000 copies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New West Records","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50478278738251,"sku":"2016921","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_e7b29af0_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727482207"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_ab00b5e8_thumbnail_4096_21c9fb70-1046-4bc4-b536-14d98204c34c.jpg?v=1727474414","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/collections\/shaver.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}