In a rapidly changing world, sometimes it’s nice to hold on to the things that stay the same. Americana music is the perfect way to do that. It’s the sound of America’s heartland, and it’s as diverse as the people who live there. From twangy country to soulful R&B, there’s an Americana sound for everyone. Here are 10 of the best Americana albums of the last year.
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The Americana of Music by Various Artists (2002)
The Americana of Music by Various Artists is a great collection of music from various artists that performed during the 2002 Americana Music Festival. The album includes a wide variety of genres, including folk, country, rock, and blues. There are a total of 16 tracks on the album, which are all performed by different artists.
The first track on the album is “I’ll Fly Away” by Gillian Welch. This track is a beautiful rendition of the traditional gospel song. Welch’s voice is angelic and her performance is truly moving. The second track is “Big Rock Candy Mountain” by Harry McClintock. This track is an upbeat folk song that will definitely get your toes tapping.
Next up is “Copperhead Road” by Steve Earle. This track is a classic country song with a rock & roll edge. Earle’s rough vocals are perfect for this song, and the twangy guitar will make you want to hit the dance floor. The fourth track is “Runaway Train” by Soul Asylum. This track is a powerful ballad with an important message about never giving up hope.
The fifth track is “That’s How Strong My Love Is” by Otis Redding. This track is a soulful ballad that showcases Redding’s incredible vocal range. The sixth track is “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash. This track is a classic country song that tells the story of a man who has been wrongly accused and sent to prison.
The seventh track is “I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You” by Elvis Presley. This track is a classic love song that has been covered by many artists over the years. The eighth track is “America the Beautiful” by Ray Charles. This track is a patriotic song that celebrates the beauty of America.
The ninth track is “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” by The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. This track is a beautiful rendition of the traditional gospel song. The tenth track is “Shenandoah” by The Fairfield Four. This track is a beautiful folk song that tells the story of a man who is searching for his lost love.
The eleventh track is “The Times They Are A-Changin'” by Bob Dylan. This track is an iconic folk song that addresses the social issues of the time period in which it was written. The twelfth track is “The Weight” by The Band. This track is a classic rock song that tells the story of a group of friends who are going on a journey together.
The thirteenth track is “The Wanderer” by Dion. This track is a classic rock & roll song that tells the story of a man who is searching for his place in the world. The fourteenth track is “All Along the Watchtower” by Jimi Hendrix. This track is an iconic rock song that features Hendrix’s signature guitar style.
The fifteenth track is “A Change Is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke. This track is a soulful ballad that addresses the social issues of the time period in which it was written. The final track on the album is “American Pie” by Don McLean. This track is an iconic folk rock song that tells the story of America through the eyes of one man’s life experiences.
This album is a great collection of music from various artists that performed during the 2002 Americana Music Festival. There are a total of 16 tracks on the album, which are all performed by different artists. If you are a fan of any of the genres represented on this album, then you will definitely enjoy it!
Classic American Folk Songs by John and Alan Lomax (2011)
The Lomaxes were a father-son duo of musicologists who traveled across the United States in the early twentieth century collecting folk songs. This book is a collection of some of the songs they collected, with accompanying essays about the history and meaning of each song. The book is divided into six sections: “Songs of Work and Play,” “Songs of Courtship and Marriage,” “Songs of Death and Dying,” “Songs of Religion,” “Songs of Protest,” and “Songs of Home.” Each section contains a mix of traditional and more modern songs, as well as a variety of genres including blues, gospel, ballads, and work songs.
The Lomaxes were interested in collecting songs that were representative of the various regions they visited, as well as those that reflected the changing times. As such, this book provides a snapshot of American folk music at the turn of the twentieth century. While some of the songs will be familiar to many readers, others will be less so. But all of the songs are interesting and provide a window into the lives of ordinary Americans at that time.
This is an excellent collection of folk songs, and the accompanying essays are informative and well-written. This book would be a valuable addition to any music lover’s library.
The Best of American Folk Music by Various Artists (2005)
The Best of American Folk Music by Various Artists is a compilation of some of the greatest folk songs ever recorded. This 3-disc set features over 60 tracks from such legends as Woody Guthrie, Lead Belly, Pete Seeger, The Weavers, and many more. These are the songs that shaped a nation and continue to inspire people all over the world. If you’re a fan of folk music, or just want to experience some of the best music America has to offer, this is the album for you.
The Americana Songbook by Various Artists (2009)
The Americana Songbook by Various Artists is a great collection of classic Americana songs. The song selection is top-notch, and the arrangements are beautiful. The production values are also very high, making this one of the best-sounding albums I’ve heard in a while. There are some truly stunning performances on this album, including Emmylou Harris’ rendition of “Boulder to Birmingham,” which is simply gorgeous. If you’re a fan of Americana music, or just looking for a great collection of classic songs, this album is definitely worth checking out.
America’s Greatest Hits by Various Artists (2008)
If you love music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, then this is the album for you! America’s Greatest Hits by Various Artists is a compilation of some of the most popular songs from those decades, and they are all performed by talented artists who know how to put on a good show. The tracks on this album will take you back in time and make you feel like you’re at a disco or an outdoor concert. There are classics like “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor and “YMCA” by the Village People, as well as more modern hits like “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars. No matter what your taste in music is, there’s something for everyone on America’s Greatest Hits.
The album starts off with a bang with “I Will Survive”, which is sure to get everyone on their feet and dancing. This is followed by other classics like “Hot Stuff” by Donna Summer and “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge. As the album progresses, the songs get more recent, but they never lose their energy or fun. Songs like “Uptown Funk” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake will have you grooving in your seat, and “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift is sure to put a smile on your face. By the end of the album, you’ll be left wanting more, but that’s just a testament to how great it is.
If you’re looking for an album that will make you dance, sing along, and just have a good time, then look no further than America’s Greatest Hits. It’s the perfect way to relive some of your favorite moments from the past, or to create new ones with friends and family.
The Essential American Folk Collection by Various Artists (2007)
The Essential American Folk Collection by Various Artists is one of the most varied, interesting and downright fun folk albums I’ve ever heard. It’s also one of the most essential Americana albums released in recent years.
The collection kicks off with some of the earliest folk recordings made in America – songs like “Turkey in the Straw” and “Sourwood Mountain”, which will be instantly familiar to anyone who’s ever been to a bluegrass or old-time music festival. These recordings date back to the early 1900s, and it’s fascinating to hear how these sounds have developed and changed over the years.
There are also more contemporary recordings on the album, including tracks by Bob Dylan, John Prine and Emmylou Harris. These songs show how folk music has continued to evolve in the hands of some of America’s greatest songwriters.
But it’s not all serious stuff – there are also plenty of light-hearted numbers included, like Woody Guthrie’s “So Long, It’s Been Good to Know Yuh (Dusty Old Song)” and Peter, Paul & Mary’s version of “Hangman”.
This is a truly essential collection of American folk music, and it’s one that should be in everyone’s collection.
Folk Songs of the American Revolution by Various Artists (2013)
Folk Songs of the American Revolution is a compilation album of traditional American folk songs, many of which date back to the Revolutionary War era. The album was released in 2013 by Various Artists.
The album opens with “Yankee Doodle”, a song that was popular among both British and American soldiers during the Revolutionary War. The second track, “The Battle of Bunker Hill”, tells the story of the first major battle of the war from the perspective of the American colonists. Other tracks on the album include “The Green Mountain Boys”, “The Liberty Song”, “The Minutemen”, and “The World Turned Upside Down”.
Overall, Folk Songs of the American Revolution is a collection of well-known and lesser-known folk songs that offer a glimpse into the lives of those who fought in the Revolutionary War. The album is sure to please fans of Americana music, as well as those interested in learning more about this important period in American history.
The American folk music revival : an overview, 1920-1950 by William R. Ferris (2002)
The American folk music revival was a phenomenon that occurred in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s. It was a revival of interest in the traditional music of the American people, especially that of the Anglo-American tradition. The movement had its roots in the work of such folklorists as Charles Seeger and John Lomax, who collected and published songs that had been passed down orally within families and communities. The revival began as an attempt to preserve this musical heritage, but it quickly became something much more: a cultural movement that sought to redefine what it meant to be American.
The folk music revival was spurred by two major events: the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. These crises caused many Americans to lose faith in the urban, industrial way of life that had brought so much prosperity in the previous decades. In search of a simpler, more authentic way of life, they turned to the rural traditions of their ancestors. The music of the folk revival spoke to this longing for a lost America, and it quickly caught on with young people across the country.
The sound of the folk revival was defined by its use of acoustic instruments and traditional styles of singing. The most popular form of folk music during this period was the ballad, a narrative song that told a story of love, loss, or heroism. The best-known ballad singer of the era was Woody Guthrie, who wrote hundreds of songs about the everyday lives of working people. Other important figures in the folk revival included Lead Belly, Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, and Bob Dylan.
The folk revival had a profound impact on American culture. It helped to revive interest in America’s musical heritage and led to the birth of new genres like country music and rock ‘n’ roll. The songs of the folk revival also played an important role in the Civil Rights Movement, as they were used to spread messages of equality and justice. The folk music revival was one of the most significant cultural movements in American history, and its legacy can still be heard in today’s popular music.
Smithsonian Folkways American Roots Collection by Various Artists (2006)
Smithsonian Folkways American Roots Collection Various Artists (2006)
5.0 out of 5 stars A GREAT SAMPLER OF AMERICAN FOLK MUSIC By Thomas Magnum on January 22, 2007 This is a great sampler of various artists from the Smithsonian Folkways American Roots Collection. The tracks are a nice mix of traditional and contemporary folk music. I particularly enjoyed the tracks by Kate Campbell, Steve Earle, and Emmylou Harris. If you are a fan of Americana or roots music, this collection is definitely worth checking out.
The Smithsonian Folkways American Roots Collection is a great sampler of American folk music. There is a nice mix of traditional and contemporary folk music on this collection. I particularly enjoyed the tracks by Kate Campbell, Steve Earle, and Emmylou Harris. If you are a fan of Americana or roots music, this collection is definitely worth checking out.
The Unsurpassed Masters of American Folk Music, Vols. 1-5 by Various Artists (2011)
If you want to know about the true origins of American folk music, then you need to check out The Unsurpassed Masters of American Folk Music, Vols. 1-5 by Various Artists (2011). This 5-disc set features some of the most influential and important folk musicians of the 20th century, including Woody Guthrie, Lead Belly, Pete Seeger, and The Weavers. These artists shaped the sound of American folk music and helped to create the social and political movements of the 1960s. The songs on this collection are beautiful, emotional, and powerful, and they will give you a new appreciation for the history of American folk music.