Cat No:
REBCD1877
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Description
Jeremy Stephens, leader of the exciting, young traditional bluegrass group High Fidelity, ventures out on his own with 'How I Hear It', his second solo outing for Rebel Records. This album provides not only an exciting auditory experience, it delivers a musical education as well. One would expect no less from an artist who is a widely-respected musical historian and scholar in addition to being a world-class musician.
Growing up in South Central Virginia, Stephens was exposed to the rich musical culture and history of the region. This exposure formed a love and passion for the bluegrass, old-time, and related music which he absorbed. The sounds he heard with his ears have been woven into the fabric of his mind and heart, and translated through his hands.
The listener of this album reaps the benefit of Jeremy Stephens's love and commitment to his craft. Perhaps it could be said that 'How I Hear It' is a tutorial on the musical mind of Jeremy Stephens. Whether it is a blistering banjo instrumental such as "Sockeye," a cross-picking mandolin showcase like "Lady Hamilton," or the tasteful guitar stylings in "You'll Be Lonesome Too," Stephens's admirable versatility and mastery of each instrument are on full display.
One may hear tunes, songs, or arrangements he or she has never heard before. That's all part of the education; Jeremy Stephens specializes in bringing obscure material to life. No doubt, the listener will be happy with how Stephens hears (and performs) the music that molded him. -
Tracklisting
- 1. Sockeye
- 2. Could I Knock On Your Door
- 3. Since Wedding Bells Have Rung
- 4. Lady Hamilton
- 5. You'll Be Lonesome Too
- 6. Virginia Waltz
- 7. I'll Be Happy In My Home
- 8. The Bells Of St. Mary's
- 9. I'm Lonesome
- 10. Yes Sir, That's My Baby
- 11. I'm Lost Without You
- 12. Beautiful Blue Eyes
- 13. That Glorious Day
- 14. The Old Spinning Wheel
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Calling You From My Mountain
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The Best of Larry Sparks: Bound to Ride
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Short Life of Trouble: Songs of Grayson and Whitter
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Old Songs & Ballads
Ralph Stanley
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Clinch Mountain Sweethearts
Ralph Stanley & Friends
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Bluegrass Hits and Heartsongs
Mac Wiseman
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True Bluegrass Guitar
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Lonesome And Blue: More Favorites
Larry Sparks
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