The Eight String Wonder
Tonight’s show is dedicated to the high, cutting tones of the mandolin, an interesting little instrument of many traditions with a worldwide impact. So join us this week as we explore the versatility and charm of the eight string wonder within the American vernacular lens!
Playlist
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Bill Monroe & The Bluegrass Boys, “Get Up John”
from Live Recordings 1956-1969: Off the Record - Volume 1
Folkways - 1993
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Carl Martin, Ted Bogan & Tommy Armstrong, “Hoodoo Blues”
from Classic Appalachian Blues from Smithsonian Folkways
2010
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Scottdale String Band, “In the Shade of the Parasol”
from Old Folks Better Go to Bed
Arhoolie Records - 2014
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Kentucky Ramblers, “The Unfortunate Brakeman”
from People Take Warning! Murder Ballads & Disaster Songs 1913-1938
Dust To Digital - 2007
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Memphis Jug Band, “Baby Got the Rickets (Mama's Got the Mobile Blues) [feat. Vol Stevens]”
Document - 1994
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Floyd and Boswell, “She's Only a Bird in a Gilded Cage (Recorded 1927)”
from Early Country Vocals, Vol. 1 (Legendary Country Artists) [Recorded 1927-1929]
Vintage Recordings. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws - 2014
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James Cole & His Washboard Band, “Mistreated The Only Friend You Had”
from Mistreated The Only Friend You Had
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Homer & Jethro, “I Feel That Old Age Creeping On”
from The Best of Homer & Jethro - Hall of Fame 2001
Starday King Records - 2002
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Howard Armstrong, “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams”
from Louie Bluie (Original Film Soundtrack)
Arhoolie Records - 1995
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Leake County Revelers, “Georgia Camp Meeting”
from Leake County Revelers Vol. 2 (1929-1930)
Document Records - 2005