Stampede vinyl

Stampede, Orville Peck’s third album, is a formidable album full of talent and collaboration, completed by an impressive roster of guest artists. The album kicks off with a serene calm, led by Willie Nelson on the tender 'Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond Of Each Other,' setting a spacious and emotive tone. The sweeping strings and Peck’s haunting vocals create a vivid landscape that feels like the calm before the storm. The tempo picks up with the sultry, Midland-assisted 'The Hurtin' Kind,' where steel guitars moan and harmonies smolder, capturing a desperate intensity. The energy continues to rise with fiery tracks like 'Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting),' featuring Elton John, and the heroic Spanish-language 'Miénteme' with Bu Cuaron, both delivering the album’s promised impact. However, Stampede is not just about power. The latter half introduces more nuanced, intricate songs, including the haunting 'Back At Your Door' with Debbii Dawson and the groovy 'Death Valley High' featuring Beck. The album also closes strong with an electrifying cover of Glen Campbell’s 'Rhinestone Cowboy' and other standout duets. In its entirety, Stampede is a compelling blend of strength and artistry, solidified by its collaborative spirit. It’s an album that’s as emotive as it is powerful, proving Peck’s ability to craft an album that’s both expansive and deeply resonant.