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Here's another bluegrass country displacement song. This one I remember hearing all my life. The collaborative album between Jonathan Edwards and the Seldom Scene came out in 1985, when I was 4. I've seen both acts live, many times, thanks to my awesome mom.
It's actually been about ten years since John Duffy, founder of the Seldom Scene, passed away. I'd encourage further research in Duffy and the Seldom Scene if you are interested in the 70s bluegrass revival, the "DC bluegrass scene," and most of all.. a time when "alt country" wasn't so self-aware.
The song I've posted, "Blue Ridge" features some beautiful vocals in the bluegrass style that I love. This song is great for singing. I'm less into it once the piano comes in, because I like things simple.
I ripped this from my mom's LP but the sound aint so bad.





Jonathan Edwards & The Seldom Scene
Blue Ridge

Labels: country, displacement

Posted by: Kara Mae 10/27/2006 01:10:00 AM