George Gibson is truly a national treasure, and vastly underappreciated. He was very kind to me when I met him years ago in Whitesburg Ky. He took time to listen to a tape of my grandpa's banjo playing, and then bragged on grandpa, saying he could have made records. He had me make him a copy of the tape. That meeting with George was a pivotal point in my musical journey.
When I used to play guitar I enjoyed playing John Hurt's tunes the most - Stefan Grossman's guitar workshop is a great resource for passing his music on. I got a kick out of the fact that you appreciate his music so much.
Any & all DOCK BOGGS....and I agree that Mike's 1960s recordings are ESSENTIAL "Uncle Dave Macon - Keep My Skillet Good And Greasy" - the complete recordings ....and Mike Seeger's "Southern Banjo Sounds".... :-)
"Any and all Dock Boggs," indeed! Yes, Seeger's "Southern Banjo Sounds" should have made my list. I bought that at the age of 15 or 16 and it was a BIG deal to me, although not as influential on my playing and singing as the six albums I listed here. Good call, Doctor! Way to keep me on my toes.
Great choices. I would add the Kentucky Old-Time banjo compilation from Rounder Records. Its incredible. Dwight Diller's music means to me what George Gibson's means to you. All of his albums are incredible.
Good choices! My teacher, friend, and music mentor, Dan Gellert recommended George Gibson in much the same way. That should tell you something. FWIW, I think Dan’s ‘Waitin’ On the Break of Day’ belongs on the list. It is a great intro to Appalachian and Old Time music for your friends who are new to it. I compare it to blended whisky versus single barrel. Cause it breaks ‘em in easy.
Dan Gellert is another fine musician and brilliant intellect who could've been mentioned here. He is a great singer as well. I was not aware (although it is no surprise) that he is also a "Gibsonite." Most intelligent banjoists are.
Thank you for those tips Clifton! Been wondering what you think about some of the newer generation that arent peticular old-time music but somehow fit into that tradition, such as banjo player/ drummer Nathan Bowles, banjoist/ guitarist Glenn Jones, also been wondering what you think about guitarist such as John Fahey, kinda thought you could enjoy these artists, if not, thats absolutely fine as well, just been a little curious. Anyway, hope you're doing fine there Mr. Hicks, take care! Greetings from Germany.
You are not alone on that Frank K. I was wondering his thoughts on William Elliot Whitmore and The Devil Makes Three myself. People making modern songs in the spirit of old time music that isn’t a straight rehash of old songs. CLIFTON OMG your dad partook in music and festivities with John Hurt?!? Amazing story man.
George Gibson is truly a national treasure, and vastly underappreciated. He was very kind to me when I met him years ago in Whitesburg Ky. He took time to listen to a tape of my grandpa's banjo playing, and then bragged on grandpa, saying he could have made records. He had me make him a copy of the tape. That meeting with George was a pivotal point in my musical journey.
When I used to play guitar I enjoyed playing John Hurt's tunes the most - Stefan Grossman's guitar workshop is a great resource for passing his music on. I got a kick out of the fact that you appreciate his music so much.
the artwork on that Roan mountain toppers record is so awesome, Ellie Kirby is the artist.
thanks a bunch for all this inspiration Clifton!
Any & all DOCK BOGGS....and I agree that Mike's 1960s recordings are ESSENTIAL
"Uncle Dave Macon - Keep My Skillet Good And Greasy" - the complete recordings
....and Mike Seeger's "Southern Banjo Sounds".... :-)
"Any and all Dock Boggs," indeed! Yes, Seeger's "Southern Banjo Sounds" should have made my list. I bought that at the age of 15 or 16 and it was a BIG deal to me, although not as influential on my playing and singing as the six albums I listed here. Good call, Doctor! Way to keep me on my toes.
Great choices. I would add the Kentucky Old-Time banjo compilation from Rounder Records. Its incredible.
Dwight Diller's music means to me what George Gibson's means to you. All of his albums are incredible.
Good choices! My teacher, friend, and music mentor, Dan Gellert recommended George Gibson in much the same way. That should tell you something. FWIW, I think Dan’s ‘Waitin’ On the Break of Day’ belongs on the list. It is a great intro to Appalachian and Old Time music for your friends who are new to it. I compare it to blended whisky versus single barrel. Cause it breaks ‘em in easy.
Dan Gellert is another fine musician and brilliant intellect who could've been mentioned here. He is a great singer as well. I was not aware (although it is no surprise) that he is also a "Gibsonite." Most intelligent banjoists are.
Have you seen the documentary Chase The Devil? Pretty sure it features the Roan Mountain Hilltoppers
Thank you for those tips Clifton!
Been wondering what you think about some of the newer generation that arent peticular old-time music but somehow fit into that tradition, such as banjo player/ drummer Nathan Bowles, banjoist/ guitarist Glenn Jones, also been wondering what you think about guitarist such as John Fahey, kinda thought you could enjoy these artists, if not, thats absolutely fine as well, just been a little curious.
Anyway, hope you're doing fine there Mr. Hicks, take care!
Greetings from Germany.
You are not alone on that Frank K. I was wondering his thoughts on William Elliot Whitmore and The Devil Makes Three myself. People making modern songs in the spirit of old time music that isn’t a straight rehash of old songs.
CLIFTON OMG your dad partook in music and festivities with John Hurt?!? Amazing story man.
А РЕЦЕПТОВ В ТОЙ БРОШУРЕ НЕТУ СЛУЧАЙНО КАК НА БАНДЖИ МОЖНО ЕДУ ПРИГОТОВИТЬ А НЕ ТОЛЬКО ИГРАТЬ ПО СТРУНАМ ПАЛЬЦАМИ