A powerful new chapter opens for Don Williams with the unveiling of “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight.” The newly released track leads ‘Epilogue: The Cellar Tapes,’ a 12-song collection of previously unheard recordings arriving May 29. Drawn from sessions between 1979 and 1984, the album captures Williams during one of the most defining stretches of his career.
The recordings were discovered in the cellar of the Williams family home and restored with extraordinary care. Longtime collaborator Garth Fundis worked alongside Tim Williams to complete the project, preserving the original vocal performances while rebuilding missing instrumentation. The result is rooted in authenticity, anchored by the unmistakable warmth of Williams’ voice.
“Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight” stands tall among these rediscovered tracks. Written by Rodney Crowell and Donivan Cowart, the song carries a cinematic pace and narrative drive. Williams delivers it with steady phrasing and quiet control, bringing a fresh dimension to a composition already known in country circles.
The album is supported by a cast of trusted collaborators who helped define Williams’ sound. Bassist Joe Allen, drummer Kenny Malone, and arranger Charles Cochran return alongside a lineup of seasoned players, restoring the subtle textures that shaped his recordings. Each detail reinforces the integrity of the original sessions.
This is a rare and meaningful addition to a legendary catalog. The music carries the same calm authority and emotional depth that made Don Williams a cornerstone of country music, now presented with renewed life for a new generation.
Tracklist:
- Try Me Again
- You Came True
- I’m The One (Alternate Version)
- Leaving Louisiana In The Broad Daylight
- I Wish I Was Crazy Again
- I’m In Love For My Last Time
- Spinning Around
- A Matter Of Time
- I’m The One (Original Version)
- How Can I Miss What I Never Had
- Goldy’s Gone From Golden
- Growing On Me