Austin Lounge Lizards
The Highway Cafe of the Damned
Track Listing
1. The Highway Cafe of the Damned 3:03 2. Cornhusker Refugee 3:47 3. Industrial Strength Tranquilizer 2:58 4. Wendell, the Uncola Man 2:42 5. Acid Rain 3:22 6. I'll Just Have One Beer 2:21 7. Dallas, Texas 3:26 8. Ballad of Ronald Reagan 3:57 9. When Drunks Go Bad 3:15 10. Jalapeño Maria 2:44 11. Get a Haircut, Dad 2:13 12. Chester Nimitz Oriental Garden Waltz 1:52Historical Archive
The Highway Cafe of the Damned is a distinctive album by the Austin Lounge Lizards, known for their blend of country, folk, and humor-infused lyrics. The album showcases the band's unique storytelling ability, often addressing social issues and personal anecdotes with wit and charm. Its sound is characterized by traditional instrumentation, including acoustic guitars, banjos, and fiddles, combined with clever songwriting that has garnered a dedicated following over the years.