20 Greatest Alternative Albums Of 2016
7. Drive-By Truckers – American Band
Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers have always wore their heart
on their sleeve, but with this year’s American Band, the group tackle political
and social issues like never before.
In a year that was littered with politically charged records, the prolific five-piece follow suit, but in a much more subtle manner. They address current problems with regards to racism, nationalism, sovereignty and more, all done in a way that doesn't feel ham-fisted or uneducated.
American Band is a real slice of Americana – one which can proudly sit alongside the band’s most effective work. No mean feat either, considering their incredibly consistent discography. Keep on truckin’ boys.