I've Got Something To Say 1980 Album

David Allan Coe

As with Spectrum VII and Compass Point, this album and 1981's Invictus (Means) Unconquered share similar themes, as traditional country music became vogue again, embraced by a new, younger crowd (sound familiar?). Coe attempted to capitalize on the opportunity through guest contributions (mostly on I've Got Something To Say, where he even duets with George Jones) or covering other artists. His versatility shines through, but I miss the sweeping and often strangely authentic epics which were all over previous records. The artist sacrifices that aspect to make two very decent commercial albums.