Riding the Midnight Train
Doc Watson · 1986
39 min · 13 tracks · blues · country · folk
Timeless acoustic melodies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the spirit of traditional American folk and bluegrass.
Riding the Midnight Train is an album by Doc Watson, released in 1986. Timeless acoustic melodies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the spirit of traditional American folk and bluegrass. 'Riding the Midnight Train' is significant for its authentic representation of American folk traditions, receiving positive reviews that highlighted Watson's virtuosity. The album contributed to the continuity of traditional music styles during a period when many artists were exploring more modern sounds, thus reinforcing Watson's role as a custodian of folk heritage. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Riding the Midnight Train sound like?
Timeless acoustic melodies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, evoking the spirit of traditional American folk and bluegrass. Rooted in blues and country.
What makes Riding the Midnight Train by Doc Watson notable?
'Riding the Midnight Train' is significant for its authentic representation of American folk traditions, receiving positive reviews that highlighted Watson's virtuosity. The album contributed to the continuity of traditional music styles during a period when many artists were exploring more modern sounds, thus reinforcing Watson's role as a custodian of folk heritage. By the time 'Riding the Midnight Train' was released in 1986, Doc Watson had already established himself as a key figure in American folk music, following his breakthrough in the early 1960s. This album came after a series of successful releases and showcased his mastery of bluegrass and traditional songs, cementing his influence in the genre during a time when folk music was experiencing a resurgence.
How many songs are on Riding the Midnight Train?
Riding the Midnight Train has 13 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I'm Going Back to the Old Home 2:14
- 2 Greenville Trestle High Standout 3:29
- 3 Highway of Sorrow 2:51
- 4 Fill My Way With Love Standout 2:32
- 5 We'll Meet Again Sweetheart 3:10
- 6 Riding That Midnight Train 2:06
- 7 Stone's Rag 2:41
- 8 Ramshackle Shack 3:21
- 9 Midnight on the Stormy Deep Standout 4:33
- 10 Baby Blue Eyes 3:42
- 11 What Does the Deep Sea Say 3:32
- 12 Let the Church Roll On 2:57
- 13 Sweet Heaven When I Die 2:09
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