Tommy Emmanuel Joins Forces With Little Feat and Sam Bush For Cover of ‘Cajun Girl’

Grammy-nominated acoustic guitarist extraordinaire, composer and global touring artist Tommy Emmanuel has released the video for his musically virtuosic and exhilarating cover of the 1988 Little Feat classic “Cajun Girl,” featuring Little Feat and Sam Bush. It’s the second single from Emmanuel’s much-anticipated full-length collaborations album Accomplice Two (see the track listing below), due out April 28 via CGP Sounds as the follow-up to his Accomplice One album (2018).

Watch the “Cajun Girl” video, filmed by Joshua Britt and Neilson Hubbard for Neighborhoods Apart Productions as it was being recorded at Ocean Way Studio B in Nashville.

Accomplice Two is alive with the electric spirit of spontaneous, timeless joy created by inspired virtuosos. Collaborations include Billy Strings, Moly Tuttle, Little Feat, Michael McDonald, Jamey Johnson, Raul Malo and many more.

Tommy says,“I have been a fan of Little Feat since I first heard them back in the 70’s. They are a powerful band with great songs and tight, funky arrangements. I’m so honored to be on this track with these legends, to play with them, sing with them, and to find a common love of good music that brings the best out in all of us. I am also thrilled that Sam Bush came and played a great fiddle part which makes this track unique and shows his love for Little Feat too! The youngest member of the band, Scott Sharrard, is doing such brilliant work on slide guitar that I had to feature him on the last solo of the track. Lowell George would be smiling down at him, playing his ass off! Lend “Cajun Girl” your ears and your heart, and you’ll smile from my crazy intro to Scotts’ mojo-dripping finishing touches of the song. ENJOY!”

“Cajun Girl”

 
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Bill Payne (Little Feat) says, ““Great thanks to Tommy Emmanuel for bringing new life to Little Feat’s “Cajun Girl.” To be in his orbit is always fun and relaxed. He is the consummate musician and a warm and open host. Looking at the array of artists on Accomplice 2, many of whom the band know, gives us a tangible joy to be in Tommy’s extended family. We’re pleased to say he is part of Little Feat’s family, too. Tommy Emmanuel is one of the finest musicians in the world. He lives and breathes music. What else could one want? “Cajun Girl” also has an extra layer of brilliance added to it from our dear friend Sam Bush. Sometimes you just have to say, life is good!”

“Cajun Girl” was written by Bill Payne and Martin F. Kibbee and recorded at Ocean Way Studio B in Nashville. Musicians include Tommy Emmanuel on guitar and vocals, Bill Payne on piano and lead vocals, Kenny Gradney on bass, Fred Tackett on mandolin and backing vocals, Scott Sharrard on guitar and backing vocals, Tony Leone on drums and backing vocals, and Sam Bush on fiddle and backing vocals.

About Accomplice Two, Emmanuel shares, “My accomplices on this album are all in a league of giants to me. They all inspire me to reach for the stars; to give my best while supporting them as they give their best. We all have a chemistry and electricity together when we play music. I wanted to capture this power in songs and performances that will stand the test of time.”

Look for Tommy’s concert special “Accomplice LIVE!”—featuring such guests as Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Sierra Hull and Yasmin Williams—airing now on PBS during pledge drive. Known to deliver shows that are truly a head-spinning experience, Tommy will be on the road throughout 2023 in America, Europe and Australia. His tour dates are HERE.

ACCOMPLICE TWO Track Listing
1. Doc’s Guitar Black Mountain Rag Featuring Billy Strings
2. White Freight Liner Blues Featuring Molly Tuttle
3. Daddy Frank (The Guitar Man) Featuring Jamey Johnson
*4. Precious Time Featuring Sierra Hull
5. Cajun Girl Featuring Little Feat & Sam Bush
6. Another Man Done A Full Go Around Featuring Jorma Kaukonen
*7. Son Of A Gun Featuring Richard Smith
8. Someone Like You Featuring Michael McDonald
*9. Mombassa Featuring Yasmin Williams
10. Everybody Loves You Featuring Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams
*11. Mama Knows Featuring Jerry Douglas
12. Sweet Temptation Featuring The Del McCoury Band
13. Yeller Rose Of Texas Featuring Sam Bush
14. Tennessee Stud Featuring Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
15. Seven Come Eleven Featuring David Grisman
16. Far Away Places Featuring Raul Malo

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