Ralph Stanley
Ralph Stanley · 2002
40 min · 11 tracks · bluegrass music · old-time music
Traditional bluegrass harmonies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the soul of Appalachian music.
Ralph Stanley is an album by Ralph Stanley, released in 2002. Traditional bluegrass harmonies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the soul of Appalachian music. This album is significant for highlighting Stanley's enduring influence in bluegrass music and features classic songs that resonate with both new listeners and longtime fans. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its authenticity and emotional depth, reaffirming Stanley's status as a pillar of traditional American folk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ralph Stanley sound like?
Traditional bluegrass harmonies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the soul of Appalachian music. Rooted in bluegrass music and old-time music.
What makes Ralph Stanley by Ralph Stanley notable?
This album is significant for highlighting Stanley's enduring influence in bluegrass music and features classic songs that resonate with both new listeners and longtime fans. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its authenticity and emotional depth, reaffirming Stanley's status as a pillar of traditional American folk music. When 'Ralph Stanley' was released in 2002, Ralph Stanley was in the latter phase of his career, building on a legacy established since the 1940s. This album marked a return to his roots after years of popularizing bluegrass through collaborations and performances, as well as winning a Grammy for Best Male Country Vocal Performance in 2002.
How many songs are on Ralph Stanley?
Ralph Stanley has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Lift Him Up, That's All Standout 4:41
- 2 False Hearted Lover's Blues 4:51
- 3 Henry Lee Standout 4:42
- 4 Girl From the Greenbriar Shore 3:58
- 5 Twelve Gates to the City 1:57
- 6 Little Mathie Grove 4:29
- 7 Look On and Cry 3:37
- 8 I'll Remember You Love in My Prayers 1:31
- 9 Calling You 3:24
- 10 The Death of John Henry 3:58
- 11 Great High Mountain Standout 3:40
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 55 sec
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