Johnny Holm - Lightnin Bar Blues

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Review by Heidi Rodney-Nakanishi

Lightnin’ Bar Blues by Johnny Holm: A Rustic Ride Through Country Soul If you’re the kind of person who loves an album that feels like a warm handshake from someone with dirt under their nails, Lightnin’ Bar Blues is your jam. Johnny Holm brings us twelve tracks of raw, unfiltered Americana goodness on this ASI Records release. It’s not perfect—heck, it doesn’t even try to be—but maybe that’s why it sticks. Let’s cut straight to what makes this record linger in your brain long after the needle lifts (or, ya know, you hit pause). First up, “The Car Song.” Yeah, I said it. This tune sneaks up on you like a stray dog looking for scraps—it starts simple but has enough charm to make you care. The lyrics are kinda goofy yet oddly relatable, like reminiscing about road trips where everything goes wrong but somehow still feels right. You can almost smell the gas station coffee and hear the tires crunching over gravel. By the second chorus, you’ll find yourself singing along like a fool—even if you don’t remember all the words. Then there’s “Hoedown/Oh, Lonesome Me.” Oh boy, does this one slap. What starts as a barn-burning hoedown morphs into a heart-wrenching lament faster than you can say "yeehaw." One minute, you're tapping your boots; the next, you're staring out the window wondering why life feels so dang bittersweet. Holm pulls off this tonal whiplash without missing a beat, leaving you breathless and slightly confused—but in the best way possible. Other standouts? Tracks like “Someday” remind you of lazy Sunday afternoons spent daydreaming about better times ahead, while “T-R-O-U-B-L-E” gives off vibes so honky-tonk they might as well come with a free beer stain. And let’s not forget “We’re Not As Dumb (As People Think),” which feels like a sly wink at anyone who ever doubted small-town smarts. What strikes me most about Lightnin’ Bar Blues isn’t just its music—it’s how real it feels. There’s no shiny polish here, no attempt to pander to trends. Instead, Holm delivers something scrappy and sincere, like he’s inviting you into his world for a spell. Sure, some tracks drag a bit, and a couple could use another take or two, but that imperfection only adds to its charm. In the end, listening to this album feels less like entertainment and more like hanging out with an old friend who tells great stories but occasionally stumbles over their words. So grab a cold one, kick back, and let Johnny Holm serenade you with tales of love, loss, and lightning bars. Just don’t blame me if you start craving fried chicken and moonshine halfway through.

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Artist: Johnny Holm
Album: Lightnin Bar Blues
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
T-R-O-U-B-L-E3:00
Hoedown/Oh, Lonesome Me2:25
We're Not As Dumb (As People Think)2:18
I Dreamed That You Didn't Love Me Anymore2:26
Lightnin' Bar Blues2:32
Ain't It A Beauty2:16
Someday1:45
Every Opportunity2:22
Golden Rainbow2:31
Will I2:32
Going Down To Tennessee2:07
The Car Song1:29

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Catalog Numbers

ASI 216

Labels

ASI Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
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About Johnny Holm

Minnesota Showman Extrordinaire

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: Johnny Holm's album *Lightnin' Bar Blues* has a track called "We're Not As Dumb (As People Think)." The title alone grabs your attention, right? It’s like a little wink to anyone who might underestimate the band or their fans. The album mixes country vibes with relatable lyrics, and this song stands out as a quirky, confident anthem. Plus, it’s wild to think this gem came out on ASI Records back in the day. Feels like a hidden treasure for country music lovers.