2008-03-17
Punch Brothers is made up of five highly credentialed musicians. Chris Thile (of Nickel Creek fame) is the leader, if you will, on mandolin and vocals. This album has elements of bluegrass, chamber music and jazz. Tracks 2 through 5 are movements in a four-part composition. They all stand well on their own. Highlights are: Track #1, which is a straight-up bluegrass stomp and track #6, an instrumental with intricate string work. Another highlight is the quiet track #8. - Rebecca RuthKEN STEAD
Unfinished
TERRI HENDRIX
CRY TILL YOU LAUGH
RAMBLIN’ JACK ELLIOT
I Stand Alone
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DAVE ALVIN AND THE GUILTY WOMEN
Keren Ann
Not Going Anywhere
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