Roger Marshall & The Law - Hiding in the Wide Open

If you like your country music with a little kick to it, then Roger Marshall & The Law's 'Hiding In The Wide Open' is something you should hear. There are aspects of each song that I'm sure most people would be able to relate to.

For thirty years Roger Marshall has, in some form or another, tried to make his mark in the country music genre. After recording the very first version of "Achy Breaky Heart" he was diagnosed with cancer. He wasn't expected to live but he proved everyone wrong and here he is today releasing his debut album. His band has opened for the likes of Loretta Lynn, Carl Perkin, and The Byrds which proves how talented they are.

Title track, "Hiding In The Wide Open," is about how close-minded people might be missing out on the best thing for them, because they refuse to open up to different situations. "Whose Money Do You Think This Is" asks Roger in the next song. It seems like everyone is dipping their hands into his pockets and he has nothing left over for his own enjoyment. "My Heart Cries" has a beautiful piano intro before Roger sings of feeling sad when he knows the lady he loves is thinking of another man. Piano is also heard throughout "Satisfied Mind."

Getting dirty while working during the day is fine with Roger in "Good Clean Fun," but when the sun goes down he wants to have a good time with his special lady. "Son And The Stars" is a good song mentioning faith along with the King of Rock and Roll. "I'm Tired" is my favorite track. Roger sings about being tired of his wife wanting to spend all of his money on things that he can't afford in the first place. Meanwhile, he's breaking his back trying to earn a few dollars.