Tex Arnold With The Bronc Busters – M I S S I S S I P P I Cuddle Buggin Baby
Oh man, this album hit me like a warm breeze on a dusty road. It’s one of those records that just feels alive, you know? Tex Arnold and The Bronc Busters bring some serious Folk, World, & Country vibes here, straight outta the US. Tops Records didn’t mess around when they put this out—it’s got heart, grit, and a little bit of mischief in every track. Let’s talk about two songs from it because honestly, my brain can’t hold all the goodness at once.
First up is “M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I.” Now, I ain’t gonna lie—this song sneaks up on ya. At first, it seems simple enough, but then the melody starts weaving its way into your soul. The rhythm has this steady, rolling pace, kinda like a train chugging through the Delta. You can almost smell the Mississippi River while listening to it. What sticks with me most is how Tex sings each letter of the state name—not rushed, not overdone, just right. By the time he hits that last “I,” you’re ready to pack a bag and head south yourself. It’s nostalgic without being sappy, which is rare these days.
Then there’s “Cuddle Buggin’ Baby.” Oh wow, does this one slap! (Yeah, I said slap.) This tune is playful yet smooth as butter melting on hot cornbread. The guitar licks bounce around like they’re having the time of their life, and Tex’s voice? Pure charm. There’s something about the way he delivers those lyrics—it’s flirty but sweet, like a wink across a crowded room. Every time I hear it, I can’t help but grin. It’s impossible not to imagine slow dancing under string lights or swaying on a porch swing late at night.
This album reminds me why music matters so much. In a world full of noise, Tex Arnold and The Bronc Busters make you stop and feel for a minute. They don’t need fancy tricks or big production—they let the stories and sounds speak for themselves.
And hey, here’s the kicker: after spinning this record a few times, I realized something wild. These songs aren’t just tunes—they’re invitations. Invitations to dream, to laugh, to love, and maybe even to grab someone close and twirl ‘em around the kitchen floor. So yeah, if you haven’t heard M I S S I S S I P P I Cuddle Buggin Baby yet, do yourself a favor and dive in. Your heart’ll thank you later.
