Woody Guthrie’s powerful and evocative song, “Hobo’s Lullaby,” holds a deeper meaning that resonates with listeners even today. Released in 1940, this folk ballad continues to captivate audiences with itsContinue readingHobo’s Lullaby,
Didn’t It Rain
“Didn’t It Rain”, sometimes given as “Oh, Didn’t It Rain”, is a spiritual about Noah’s flood. In 1919 it appeared as sheet music in an arrangement for voice and pianoContinue readingDidn’t It Rain
New York Town
“New York Town” was written by folk legend Woody Guthrie. Jack Elliott’s version comes from the album “Jack Elliott Sings the Songs of Woody Guthrie,” which was released in SeptemberContinue readingNew York Town
You Can Tell the World
“You Can Tell the World” is a traditional black gospel song. Chad Mitchell Trio’s high energy arrangement was based off a version performed by Bob Gibson and Bob Camp atContinue readingYou Can Tell the World
I Feel So Good About It (Sin Bound Train)
“I Feel So Good About It (Sin Bound Train)” by The Chad Mitchell Trio was produced by Franklin Fried It was written by Roy Inman. Released- September 1963
Puttin’ On the Style
Vernon Dalhart recorded “Puttin’ On the Style” in December 1925 and by 1926 it was a popular hit. The song was collected in the Catskills by Norman Cazden from ErnieContinue readingPuttin’ On the Style
The Golden Vanity
At its core, The Golden Vanity is a cautionary tale that highlights the often harsh realities of life at sea. The lyrics delve into themes of honor, sacrifice, and theContinue readingThe Golden Vanity
Lizzie Borden
The lyrics of The Chad Mitchell Trio’s “Lizzie Borden” tell the shocking story of the infamous 1892 axe murders that took place in Fall River, Massachusetts.A young American woman namedContinue readingLizzie Borden
Rum by Gum
Rum by Gum known as “The Song of the Salvation Army”, or “The Song of the Temperance Union”. Dating back to at least 1941, and possibly the nineteenth century, itContinue readingRum by Gum
Mighty Day
Mighty Day -The protagonist recalls a powerful storm that hit Galveston and caused flooding, wind and rain. People tried to leave their homes but some did not want to untilContinue readingMighty Day