WHAT'S IN THE BAND'S MUSIC PLAYER RIGHT NOW?

Perfesser Chris is listening to:

Old Man Dylan, a compilation of Dylan's last three releases put together by music savant and TDB supporter David Hillis, who rightly detected my need for continuing education in all
things Dylan. Thirty mostly great songs from Time Out of Mind (1997), Love and Theft (2001), and Modern Times (2006). Look for some of this material in a TDB set list soon.

Leo Kottke, 6 and 12 String Guitar (Takoma Records). First released in 1969, this pretty much turned finger-style acoustic guitar playing on its ear, especially the notoriously unwieldy 12-string. Rapid fire picking, phenomenal fretboard coverage, eccentric slide, and at the core, an exquisite sense of the song. Please play "Crow River Waltz" at my funeral.

Linda Ronstadt & Ann Savoy, Adieu False Heart (Vanguard, 2006). Perfect blending of two voices covering some great Cajun traditionals, contemporary folk songs, and two (count 'em, two!) Richard Thompson songs. Best version of "Walk Away Renee" ever.

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