LemonMelon
More 5G Than Man
A tall order, I realize, but this thread is for that rare moment when you come across a track somewhere within the spectrum of country that's altogether inspired and avoids the usual hackneyed contemporary bullshit. I'm from western Maryland, which is essentially West Virginia runoff, so I have a lot of experience with it. I'm no purist, so feel free to post/discuss anything that would qualify.
A recent, highly wonderful discovery of mine is Flying Burrito Brothers. This track right here boasts probably the coolest pedal steel tone ever. It's practically squirming out of the speakers:
YouTube - Flying Burrito Brothers - Christine's Tune
Probably borderline, but Townes Van Zandt's voice is pure country. Gorgeous:
YouTube - Townes Van Zandt - "Fare thee well, Miss Carousel"
And, of course, some awesome outlaw country shit:
YouTube - Willie Nelson - Bloody Mary Morning
YouTube - Waylon Jennings - Cedartown, Georgia
YouTube - Kris Kristofferson Sunday morning coming down
YouTube - Johnny Cash - Cocaine Blues
I intend to check out Emmylou Harris and Lucinda Williams very soon. Those two have wonderful voices, and boast some seminal albums.
A recent, highly wonderful discovery of mine is Flying Burrito Brothers. This track right here boasts probably the coolest pedal steel tone ever. It's practically squirming out of the speakers:
YouTube - Flying Burrito Brothers - Christine's Tune
Probably borderline, but Townes Van Zandt's voice is pure country. Gorgeous:
YouTube - Townes Van Zandt - "Fare thee well, Miss Carousel"
And, of course, some awesome outlaw country shit:
YouTube - Willie Nelson - Bloody Mary Morning
YouTube - Waylon Jennings - Cedartown, Georgia
YouTube - Kris Kristofferson Sunday morning coming down
YouTube - Johnny Cash - Cocaine Blues
I intend to check out Emmylou Harris and Lucinda Williams very soon. Those two have wonderful voices, and boast some seminal albums.