Monday, May 17, 2010

Tell It To Me...

If someone had told me several years ago that one my favorite bands to see live would be an old-time string band, I would have called them crazy. It's funny how one's music tastes can evolve, because I absolutely love Old Crow Medicine Show.

I first heard of Old Crow in 2005, when Nickel Creek covered one of their songs at a show. It wasn't until 2007 that I actually got to see OCMS live at The Englert in Iowa City-which remains one of my absolute favorite concert experiences. These guys definitely put it all out there for their fans.

To call their sound bluegrass or old-time string band wouldn't fully describe their sound. The exact label doesn't matter anyway--don't let the fact that you may not listen to this sort of music already deter you. Give them a listen--more than once, and see what you think. I'm certainly glad I did.

A great cover of a great song--I also recommend checking out Gillian Welch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXf-SuBbJa0

This song is just beautiful-not the best video quality, but Emmylou Harris joins in..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPLom6s2OtY

One of my favorites from their most recent album Tennessee Pusher
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6bpS45cdw4

And my all-time favorite OCMS song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YH0CnjXqCLE


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3 comments:

  1. UnknownMay 17, 2010 at 3:17 PM

    2 thumbs up for OCMS! I saw them at Stubb's on 9/11/09 and they played a tribute to the rescue workers that brought tears to the eyes of all...they can be silly or sincere.

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  2. Sara QMay 18, 2010 at 12:18 AM

    I remember that concert at the Englert was the day of the Virginia Tech shootings. "We're All In This Together" was pretty emotional that day too..

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  3. UnknownAugust 14, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    Hey just checked out this band and they're awesome! Hope they play in San Fran soon. Cool blog by the way. Cya tomorrow at the Lands.

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