Written and recorded by Grandpa Jones( Louis Marshall Jones) (October 20, 1913 – February 19, 1998), known professionally as Grandpa Jones, was an American banjo player and “old time” countryContinue reading8 More Miles to Louisville
Banks of the Ohio
“Banks of the Ohio”, also known as “Down on the Banks of the Ohio”, is a 19th-century murder ballad, written by unknown authors, in which “Willie” invites his young loverContinue readingBanks of the Ohio
Blowin’ in the Wind
Blowin’ in the Wind” is a song written by Bob Dylan in 1962 and released as a single and on his album The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan in 1963. It hasContinue readingBlowin’ in the Wind
The Old Gospel Ship
“The Old Gospel Ship” -Dillinger 1973 Soundtrack – Theme Song Today’s story will feature a gospel song that centers on the theme of afterlife using metaphors. This time, the tuneContinue readingThe Old Gospel Ship
Alabama
Alabama -As written and recorded by the Louvin Bros.- Recorded May 25, 1955. The Louvin Brothers were an American musical duo composed of brothers Ira and Charlie Louvin (Lonnie Loudermilk,Continue readingAlabama
Worried Man Blues
Worried Man Blues” is a folk song in the roots music repertoire. Like many folk songs passed by oral tradition, the lyrics vary from version to version, but generally allContinue readingWorried Man Blues
Hush, Little Baby
“Hush, Little Baby” is a traditional lullaby, thought to have been written in the Southern United States. Like most folk songs, the author and date of origin are unknown. TheContinue readingHush, Little Baby
I’m Going Out (The Same Way I Came in)
Going Out (The Same Way I Came in) Written by Bob Crewe, Gary Knight in December 1966 First recording and first release by Lesley Gore An adaptation is a musicalContinue readingI’m Going Out (The Same Way I Came in)
Pistol Packin’ Mama
“Pistol Packin’ Mama” is a 1943 song with the words written by Al Dexter, who adapted the melody from “Boil Them Cabbage Down.” Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters recordedContinue readingPistol Packin’ Mama
Mademoiselle from Armentières
Mademoiselle from Armentières “Mademoiselle from Armentières” is an English song that was particularly popular during World War I. It is also known by its ersatz French hook line, ‘Inky PinkyContinue readingMademoiselle from Armentières