From miguelgonzalezI've been following Jake Blount for almost a decade. His early work focused on hyper-traditional Old Time southern music. More recently, Blount experimented with the synthesis of electronics and traditional instruments. This new album is released with the caveat of being his "final traditional album." To most Old Time and Bluegrass fans, the song selections will ring familiar. Let's talk about what makes these interpretations of renowned tunes new, different, and unique. Or not?!
- Does closing with When The Angels Call My Name feel like a fitting resolution to the record?
- Which track would you play for a friend who thinks old-time music all sounds the same?
- How does this album compare to the bold concept of The New Faith?
- Where does Pork Fat Makes My Chicken Tan land for you on the skip-or-defend scale?
- What does Stagger Lee mean when sung by an artist reclaiming Black roots in string band music?
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