Tuesday, March 17, 2009

TRUE ARTISTS, Part 3: STEVE EARLE

My son's debut at the Philadelphia Folk Festival last summer was exciting for a couple of reasons. His first time playing there, of course, but also the chance to see Steve Earle for the first time. Earle has battled some demons, but he's been on-track for years and has reemerged as an incredible artist. His son, Justin Townes Earle, is also amazing (more on him in a future post).

I've opted to highlight Earle's artistry through his collaboration with Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, The Del McCoury Band, with whom he recorded an incredible album, "The Mountain", and the heavenly Emmylou Harris.


Steve Earle, Gillian Welch, Dave Rawlings: "Sin City" (Gram Parsons):




Steve Earle with the Del McCoury Band: "I Still Carry You Around":




Steve Earle and Emmylou Harris: "Goodbye" (Earle's Masterpiece):



Steve Earle

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