Andy Badale Orch - Nashville Beer Garden

Review by Nano Puntouy

Album Review: Nashville Beer Garden by Andy Badale Orch Alright, so let’s talk about Nashville Beer Garden. Released way back in ’79, this little gem from Andy Badale Orch is one of those albums that kinda sneaks up on you. It’s not flashy or trying too hard—it’s just good ol’ country vibes with a dash of folk and world flavor. The album came out on GP Records, and you can tell Andy Badale had his hands full with this one—he arranged it, produced it, and probably micromanaged the coffee breaks too (just kidding… maybe). Now, I gotta say, there are two tracks that really stuck with me: the title track “Nashville Beer Garden” and “Finger Pickin’ Good.” Let’s break ‘em down real quick. “Nashville Beer Garden” feels like walking into some cozy honky-tonk bar where everyone knows your name—even if they don’t. The guitar work here is smooth but not overdone, and there’s this laid-back groove that makes you wanna grab a cold one and chill for a while. It’s got that classic country twang without being cheesy, y’know? Like, it doesn’t take itself too seriously, but it still hits all the right notes. Then there’s “Finger Pickin’ Good,” which is exactly what it sounds like—a toe-tappin’, finger-snappin’ jam session. This track has these little riffs that keep popping up, almost like Andy was showing off just enough to remind you he’s got skills—but not so much that it gets annoying. You can practically picture him sitting on a porch somewhere, plucking away at his guitar while the sun sets. It’s simple, catchy, and leaves you humming along before you even realize it. One thing I dig about this album is how unpretentious it feels. There’s no big drama or flashy production tricks—just solid musicianship and tunes that feel like home. Plus, having Ben Arrigo and Frank Stanton co-producing adds another layer of authenticity to the mix. These guys weren’t chasing trends; they were making music for folks who appreciate the art of storytelling through sound. Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: listening to Nashville Beer Garden feels like finding an old vinyl at a yard sale and realizing it’s gold. Sure, it might be dusty and forgotten, but once you give it a spin, it’s like stepping into a time machine. And honestly, isn’t that what great music’s all about?

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Artist: Andy Badale Orch
Album: Nashville Beer Garden

Folk, World, & Country

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1979

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Nashville Beer Garden	2:05
Finger Pickin' Good	2:02

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GP 577

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GP Records

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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Styrene

Companies

Role	Company
Published By	April Music Inc.
Distributed By	Glenn Productions & Promotions

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Andy Badale
Producer	Andy Badale, Ben Arrigo, Frank Stanton

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Rights Society: ASCAP
Matrix / Runout (A-Side Label): gp577a
Matrix / Runout (B-Side Label): gp577b
Matrix / Runout (A-Side Runout Etching): GP 577AS-1B
Matrix / Runout (B-Side Runout Etching): GP 577BS-1B

About Andy Badale Orch

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Andy Badale Orch.
The Andy Badale Orchestra

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Angelo Badalamenti

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Nashville Beer Garden* by Andy Badale Orch is a hidden gem from 1979. It blends country vibes with folk and world influences, creating a sound that feels like sitting on a porch in the South. Andy Badale not only arranged the music but also co-produced it with Ben Arrigo and Frank Stanton. Two standout tracks, “Nashville Beer Garden” and “Finger Pickin’ Good,” capture that laid-back charm. Released under GP Records, this album might not be famous, but it’s got soul—and plenty of finger-pickin’ flair!

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anieno1

2025-03-06

Andy Badale = Angelo Badalamenti who would later write the score for David Lynch’s Twin Peaks!

ceccobindi

2025-03-05

i heard this a lot on WCCO-AM in Minneapolis, and another song by Andy was Opryland in Paris.

prekha786

2025-03-04

would love to have a CD with this song on it!!1

tptaldonza

2025-03-03

Apparently "Andy Badale" is Angelo Badalamenti of Twin Peaks fame. Citation: Clare Nina Norelli, "Soundtrack from Twin Peaks." New York, Bloomsbury (33 1/3 imprint), 2017, p. 19.