On the surface, Adam Carroll is an odd choice for a tribute record. He’s only 42, and he’s not exactly famous. His seven independently-released albums haven’t elevated him to a level of stardom beyond touring the living rooms of his more dedicated fans, but fame isn’t the only indication of importance, and Carroll matters to the people a songwriter often seeks to impress: his peers.https://soundcloud.com/jennifinlay/15-hwyThat’s why Highway Prayer: A Tribute to Adam Carroll, due out October 28, features performers including James McMurtry, Hayes Carll, Terri Hendrix, Band of Heathens, and more who all snatched up the opportunity to record Carroll’s songs. And the artist who claimed the album’s title track is San Antonio-native Walt Wilkins, who brings the contemplative, mournful tune to life with a crisp acoustic guitar, ringing slide,…The post Walt Wilkins Brings A “Highway Prayer” To The Adam Carroll Tribute Record appeared first on Texas Monthly.