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California Autumn

Tony Rice · 1975

36 min · 12 tracks · folk · jazz · bluegrass music

A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking, rich melodies, and heartfelt storytelling woven through bluegrass and folk traditions.

California Autumn is an album by Tony Rice, released in 1975. A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking, rich melodies, and heartfelt storytelling woven through bluegrass and folk traditions. 'California Autumn' is significant for its role in elevating the acoustic guitar's prominence in bluegrass music, showcasing Rice's virtuosic playing. The album received critical acclaim, solidifying Rice's reputation as a leading figure in the genre and influencing future artists in Americana and folk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does California Autumn sound like?

A tapestry of intricate fingerpicking, rich melodies, and heartfelt storytelling woven through bluegrass and folk traditions. Rooted in folk and jazz.

What makes California Autumn by Tony Rice notable?

'California Autumn' is significant for its role in elevating the acoustic guitar's prominence in bluegrass music, showcasing Rice's virtuosic playing. The album received critical acclaim, solidifying Rice's reputation as a leading figure in the genre and influencing future artists in Americana and folk music. Released in 1975, 'California Autumn' was Tony Rice's debut solo album after establishing himself as a prominent guitarist in the bluegrass scene. By this time, he had gained recognition for his work with the band 'The Bluegrass Alliance' and as a session musician, setting the stage for his influential solo career.

How many songs are on California Autumn?

California Autumn has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·36:29

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 California Autumn Standout 3:22
  • 2 Bullet Man 2:53
  • 3 Mr. Poverty 2:51
  • 4 Billy in the Lowground 2:41
  • 5 Red Haired Boy 3:22
  • 6 Good Woman's Love 3:07
  • 7 You Don't Know My Mind 2:58
  • 8 Alone and Forsaken Standout 3:23
  • 9 Bugle Call Rag 2:44
  • 10 Georgia on My Mind 3:15
  • 11 Scarborough Fair Standout 2:38
  • 12 Beaumont Rag 3:15

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Genre

bluegrass music, jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

36 min 29 sec