Valerie June and Bill Frisell have joined forces on a fresh interpretation of Doc Watson’s “Handsome Molly” featured on new tribute album I Am A Pilgrim: Doc Watson at 100 out Friday, April 28. Valerie June is a renowned singer-songwriter with a distinct and rich voice whose soulful vocals and captivating stage presence have earned her critical acclaim, while Grammy-winning artist Bill Frisell’s innovative guitar playing has made him a legend in the music world. The collaboration showcases their fresh spin on the beloved Doc Watson recording originally released by Watson in 1961.
Valerie June:
Doc Watson added an effervescence and spark to American music. I’m so grateful that his music brought me together with one of my guitar idols, Bill Frisell.
By covering “Handsome Molly”, we are welcoming the world to enjoy the wonder and imagination that sends a simple folk song soaring through starry skies.
Bill Frisell:
"Doc Watson. The one and only. What an honor and privilege to have been invited to take part of this beautiful project.
So thankful to meet Valerie June for the first time. What a joy this was. We just played. No effort. No fear. Nothing to figure out.
Thanks so much to Matt Stevens for giving us this opportunity. He and Jeremy Loucas created a space and welcomed us into it. A place where we could be ourselves.
Magic happens.
I feel so Lucky.
Thank you.
Bill Frisell