Andy Statman -Bluegrass Tracks - LP Grooves.land/Playthek

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1.1 Stoney Lonesome

1.2 Sycamore Street

1.3 Two Pants Suit

1.4 If You Only Knew

1.5 Bile 'Em Cabbage Down

1.6 Blessing

1.7 Brown County Breakdown

1.8 Those Old Early Morning Blues

1.9 Charleston Ramble

1.10 I Wouldn't Do It

1.11 Katy Hill

1.12 Starday Hoedown

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With it's combination of finesse, sparkle, grace and wit, Bluegrass Tracks is a virtuosic statement from master mandolinist Andy Statman, leading an all-star ensemble of fiddle legend Byron Berline (some of his final recordings before his death in 2021), banjoist Ron Stewart, guitarist Bryan Sutton and double bassist Mike Bub, with guest turns from Ricky Skaggs on mandolin and Tim O'Brien on vocals and guitar. Following 2019's expansive Monroe Bus, with remarkable flights of fancy inspired by the "Father of Bluegrass" Bill Monroe, Statman here hews closer to the traditions implied by the album title. But never do he and his cohorts lose the flair for distinctive delight that has marked his venerable career, whether as a pioneering explorer of Jewish music (as a clarinetist) or pursuing his passion for bluegrass and American folk. Produced by long-time friend Edward Haber (whose Shefa Records label is releasing the album), these tracks shine, with originals from the breezy "Sycamore Street" to the radiant "Blessing" to the bluesy stroll "I Wouldn't Do It." Complementing these are two Monroe tunes (the playful album-opener "Stoney Lonesome" and "Brown County Breakdown"), the traditional "Bile 'em Cabbage Down" (featuring O'Brien) and a near-frantic interpolation of "Katy Hill," tying together generations of brilliance while pointing to the music's future.

Recorded September 9-12, 2019 at Sound Emporium, Nashville, Tennessee. Additional recording at Acoustic Recording, Brooklyn, New York.

"Bluegrass Tracks" is a captivating LP by renowned musician Andy Statman, released under the Shefa label. This album showcases Statman's virtuosic command of both mandolin and clarinet, blending traditional bluegrass with elements of jazz and klezmer to create a truly unique soundscape. Each track demonstrates his deep respect for American roots music while infusing it with innovative improvisation and heartfelt emotion. Andy Statman has been celebrated worldwide for his genre-defying artistry, earning Grammy nominations and collaborating with legends such as David Grisman and Jerry Garcia. The Shefa label is known for its dedication to high-quality recordings that highlight exceptional musicianship across diverse genres, making this release an essential addition to any serious music collection.

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716851301011

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