I've Got a Tiger by the Tail

I’ve Got a Tiger by the Tail (1965) by Buck Owens and the Buckaroos exemplifies the Bakersfield country sound: crisp, twangy Telecaster leads, prominent pedal steel, tight rhythm playing, and close harmony vocals that drive a lively honky-tonk feel. The title track is an energetic, concise country-pop single in the Buckaroos’ distinctive style, and the album as a whole favors straightforward songwriting and economical arrangements over the smoother productions coming out of Nashville at the same time.