Released 20 years ago
Black Mountain Rag
Doc Watson · 2006
51 min · 20 tracks · blues
A joyful celebration of traditional Americana, blending bluegrass, folk, and country with virtuosic guitar work and heartfelt storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Black Mountain Rag — The title track exemplifies Watson's fingerpicking style and showcases his ability to breathe new life into an old standard, making it a quintessential bluegrass piece.
-
→
Smoke, Smoke, Smoke — This track stands out due to its humorous lyrics about smoking while showcasing Watson's rich baritone voice against lively instrumentation.
-
→
Blackberry Blossom — A beloved fiddle tune transformed by Watson’s intricate guitar arrangement, this track highlights the seamless blend of melody and rhythm that defines his style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- short bursts of joyful energy
- heartfelt melodies for gatherings
- quick-paced tunes for road trips
- playful instrumentals for light moments
Maybe skip if you
- extended immersive listening experiences
- slow, introspective musical journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Black Mountain Rag' was released in 2006, Doc Watson had already established himself as a revered figure in American roots music. This album came more than fifty years after his debut, showcasing his enduring influence as both a performer and educator in the folk genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Bill Monroe· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Mountain Rag 2:42
- 2 Smoke, Smoke, Smoke 2:47
- 3 Black Pine Waltz 2:34
- 4 Red Rocking Chair 2:06
- 5 Twinkle, Twinkle 3:04
- 6 Below Freezing 2:20
- 7 Mole in the Ground 2:30
- 8 Liza / Lady Be Good 2:56
- 9 Down Yonder 2:23
- 10 Cotton Row 2:47
- 11 Sadie 2:30
- 12 Leaving London 2:32
- 13 Guitar Polka 2:22
- 14 Fisher's Hornpipe / Devil's Dream 1:44
- 15 Along the Road 2:52
- 16 Bye Bye Bluebelle / Smiles 2:13
- 17 Sheeps in the Meadow / Stony Folk 2:53
- 18 Take Me Out to the Ballgame 2:17
- 19 Blackberry Blossom 3:15
- 20 Gonna Lay Down My Old Guitar 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.