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Essential Alison Krauss

Alison Krauss · 2009

51 min · 14 tracks · country

A heartfelt collection of bluegrass-infused country melodies that showcase Krauss's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • heartfelt storytelling and emotion
  • for reflective afternoons
  • gentle background for conversations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks high-energy excitement
  • prefers fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Essential Alison Krauss' serves as a retrospective compilation during a period when she was enjoying immense popularity following her success with the soundtrack for 'O Brother, Where Art Thou?' This album encapsulates her career up to that point, highlighting her unique blend of traditional bluegrass and contemporary country influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Dolly Parton· Emmylou Harris· Nickel Creek

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Simple Love 4:44
  • 2 Sister Rosetta Goes Before Us 3:23
  • 3 Let Me Touch You for Awhile 3:20
  • 4 The Lucky One 3:10
  • 5 So Long, So Wrong 3:27
  • 6 Empty Hearts 3:23
  • 7 Every Time You Say Goodbye 3:16
  • 8 Wish I Still Had You 4:58
  • 9 Broadway 3:58
  • 10 Baby, Now That I've Found You 3:54
  • 11 Sawing on the Strings 3:02
  • 12 Restless 2:57
  • 13 When You Say Nothing at All 3:53
  • 14 A Living Prayer 3:33

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