A Tribute to the Music of Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys

A Tribute to the Music of Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys brings Asleep at the Wheel together with guest performers to revisit music associated with Wills and his band. Its foundation is Western swing, a dance-oriented style connecting country music with jazz. The project treats that repertoire as music to be performed again, rather than presenting newly recorded performances by the original Texas Playboys. The band's shared musical approach gives the guest contributions a common setting.

For listeners studying the relationship between country and dance-band jazz, the album offers a focused introduction through interpretations of Wills-associated material. It also suits those who prefer a tribute built around a working ensemble, where the songs retain their connection to a particular style even as the featured voices change.