The Mavericks – Trampoline

The Mavericks – Trampoline

“Trampoline” is the acclaimed 1998 album from “The Mavericks”, the genre-defying American country and roots group led by vocalist and songwriter Raul Malo. Their fourth studio album, it captures the band's distinctive mixture of country, rockabilly, Tex-Mex, Latin music, rock 'n' roll and traditional pop, with Malo's rich, unmistakable voice at the centre.

The album opens with the hugely infectious “Dance The Night Away”, one of The Mavericks' signature songs and a major UK hit. Its irresistible combination of country rhythms, Latin influences, punchy brass and pop songwriting perfectly demonstrates the band's ability to cross musical boundaries without losing their rootsy character. “Tell Me Why”, “I Should Know” and “Someone Should Tell Her” continue the album's blend of upbeat country and sophisticated Americana.

There is plenty of variety throughout “Trampoline”, from the romantic “To Be With You” and “I Hope You Want Me Too” to the more playful “Fool #1” and “Melbourne Mambo”. “Save A Prayer”, “Dream River”, “All I Get” and the atmospheric “La Mucara” add further colour to an album that moves effortlessly between country, Latin, rockabilly and pop.

A standout release from one of the most distinctive bands to emerge from the 1990s country scene, “Trampoline” is an essential album for fans of The Mavericks, Raul Malo, country rock, Tex-Mex, Americana, rockabilly and Latin-influenced roots music.

Tracklist

1. Dance The Night Away – 4:22
2. Tell Me Why – 3:47
3. I Should Know – 3:07
4. Someone Should Tell Her – 3:05
5. To Be With You – 3:50
6. I've Got This Feeling – 3:45
7. Fool #1 – 5:45
8. I Don't Even Know Your Name – 3:05
9. I Hope You Want Me Too – 4:53
10. Melbourne Mambo – 4:13
11. Dolores – 3:48
12. Save A Prayer – 5:06
13. Dream River – 3:47
14. All I Get – 4:13
15. La Mucara – 6:03