2007-06-03
Carolina Chocolate Drops: Dona Got A Ramblin’ Mind (Music Maker) Prior to hearing this, my encounters with traditional American string music were few and far between. However, this latest run in proved to be most delightful, as the Chocolate Drops keep their arrangements concise, honest, and true to form. If you’re familiar with the likes of people like Dr. Ralph Stanley (I believe that is his name), this should be a treat. Banjo, fiddle, and singing from people who’ve probably experienced a little more than a 13-year old L.A. suburban daughter/sister/niece of so-and-so has. These folks honor their elders and keep a true American tradition alive. Reviewed by Trevor Edmonds (May 2007) (All tracks clean)AMANDA SHIRES
Carrying Lightning
JENNY LEWIS with THE WATSON TWINS
Rabbit Fur Coat
Zach Vinson
Cracked Open
ELEANOR MC EVOY
Love Must Be Tough
JOSH RITTER
THE HISTORICAL CONQUESTS OF JOSH RITTER
Peter Moren
The Last Tycoon
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