“If you like Dire Straits, try this one – J.J. Cale and Mark Knopfler have a lot in common, probably more than you think.” The Skeptical Audiophile Critical Reception REVIEW: JJ Cale’s Stay Around Possesses Personality
Reviewers often describe the content as "sleepy soul" or "ambient blues," highlighting Cale's habitual restraint on the guitar and his world-weary, whispered vocals. J.J.Cale-Low.Down.2005.DVD-5
The footage captures Cale in his natural element—unpretentious, often with a "toothpick between his lips," avoiding the "L.A. gloss" for a more organic, Oklahoma-beer-joint vibe. Content Highlights “If you like Dire Straits, try this one – J
Viewers can expect to see performances of classics like "After Midnight," "Cocaine," and "Call Me the Breeze," alongside deeper cuts like "Dog Days". “If you like Dire Straits