Another day, another song. Because I am really really excited about my new blog, I have been awake all night last night thinking about new songs I can show you. So, this means that I will probably submit many more entrants in the upcoming days. This way I will be able to show a lot more great music to my new visitors. Besides, I do have lots of free time right now as I am currently unemployed. (For those of you who are interested: I've finished my masters degree early this year, and actually did have a job, but they fired me due to the current recession. I have been at home since September 1st of this year, and am still tyring to find a new job).
Anyhow, back to the music. Hope you have enjoyed Ella Fitzgerald! Now, for something completely differnt, I give you a bit of country music. Now, don't run away just yet! This is not just any kind of country music, this is Bluegrass. For those of you who are not familiar with the Bluegrass Style, I give you a few facts:
♪ Bluegrass was "invented" by Bill Monroe, who came from Kentucky (the Bluegrass State)
♪ It is very traditional music, and one can hear quite a few Irish and British influences in it.
♪ Instruments you will definitely hear in bluegrass are the banjo, the fiddle, and a steel guitar.
♪ I especially like bluegrass due to the beautiful harmony singing.
♪ Bluegrass became popular again after the 2000 movie and soundtrack "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou".
The following video is by the Cox Family, who were introduced to a wider public by Alison Krauss. (If you pay close attention she will make a guest appearance in this video at 2.03). The Cox Family consists of two sisters, a brother, and their father. They have recorded a total of five albums (including one with Alison Krauss). You will also be able to hear them on the "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou" soundtrack, where they sing a beautiful version of "I Am Weary Let Me Rest". The following song is another one of my favorites, and one which I think everyone ought to hear at least once in their lifetime:
"The Cox Family - Will There Be Any Stars in My Crown"
It is actually a gospel song (which many bluegrass songs are), but I like this version best. It has beautiful harmonies, and if you will listen to more harmony singing, you will notice that families sing the best harmonies.
