Garth Brooks Talks Making New Album, ‘Time Traveler,’ Why He Worried He Would Sound ‘Corny Or Bad’
“St Paul/Minneapolis (A True Story)” stands out as a gentle ballad, penned solely by Brooks. It recounts a chance meeting in the Twin Cities that left a lasting impact.
The Silent Secret
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Brooks has kept the details of this encounter, even from his wife Trisha Yearwood, in the hopes of reconnecting with the mystery person.
James Taylor’s Approval
Garth Brooks’ music idol, James Taylor, gave his approval for the album, boosting Brooks’ confidence.
‘Time Traveler’: Part of The Limited Series
This 10-track album is part of ‘The Limited Series,’ a seven-disc set available exclusively through Bass Pro Shops, featuring Brooks’ three studio albums and a three-disc Triple Live concert set.
‘Rodeo Man’ with Ronnie Dunn
The rollicking first single, “Rodeo Man,” is a duet with Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn.
Kelly Clarkson Joins In
Kelly Clarkson contributes backing vocals to the bittersweet ballad “The Ship and the Bottle.”
A Classic Cover
Brooks covers David Allan Coe’s 1982 swampy classic, “The Ride,” with his first attempt at spoken word.
A Nod to the Past
“Neon Neighborhood” pays tribute to his iconic hit “Friends in Low Places,” featuring enthusiastic participation from his band and crew.
The Big 615 Influence
Brooks titled the album ‘Time Traveler’ to reflect the various eras of country music it pays homage to, influenced by his work on The Big 615, part of Brooks’ Sevens Network for global streaming platform TuneIn.
Collaborative Efforts
The album includes “Only Country Music,” a collaboration with renowned Nashville writer Ashley Gorley.
Exclusive Album Release Event
Garth Brooks will discuss the album further during an exclusive album release event with Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris on TalkShopLive.
Support for Water Conservation
Brooks and Morris collaborate to support water conservation and address the challenges faced by songwriters in the music industry.
The Limited Series Tradition
The release of ‘The Limited Series’ continues a tradition from 1998, offering exclusive box sets, this time available through Bass Pro Shops.
Grand Opening Show
The album’s release coincides with a free show at the grand opening of Brooks’ bar, ‘Friends in Low Places,’ on November 24.
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