Derrick Semler – Tryin’ To Start Smokin’ (CD, Album, 2000s, Independent)

Why This CD Matters
Tryin’ To Start Smokin’ combines traditional country storytelling, roots-oriented songwriting, and a touch of humor drawn from everyday life. Derrick Semler's songs balance heartfelt narratives with classic country themes, creating an authentic independent Americana release.

Collector Note
Independent Vermont release from the 2000s era. Regional country and Americana CDs were typically produced in limited quantities and distributed locally, making surviving new copies increasingly uncommon.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: NM new and unplayed
Case: NM with no significant wear
Booklet: NM clean and complete

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Independent
Country: US
Released: 2000s
Genre: Country, Americana
Style: Country Folk, Roots Country, Singer-Songwriter

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Happy Birthday From Everyone — 2:12
I Feel Like Walking — 4:08
Country Girl — 2:54
I Know Who You Are — 3:19
The Ballad Of Rachel Speed — 5:50
Room 221 — 3:30
Tryin’ To Start Smokin’ — 4:17
New Guitar Boogie — 2:39
This Divorce Is On The Rocks — 3:55
The Boo Boo Song — 6:27
Love The Way You Roll — 3:25

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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