Here Today
David Grisman · 1983
32 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A vibrant blend of traditional bluegrass and folk, showcasing intricate instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lonesome River — This track features a poignant banjo solo that captures the essence of bluegrass while highlighting Grisman’s virtuosic mandolin playing, making it a standout in the collection.
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Foggy Mountain Chimes — With its infectious melody and rhythmic drive, this song exemplifies the playful nature of bluegrass, showcasing the ensemble's tight harmonies and instrumental interplay.
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Making Plans — This track features heartfelt lyrics paired with a lively arrangement, reflecting themes of longing and hope that resonate throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and craftsmanship but doesn't significantly innovate within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of traditional bluegrass instrumentation, including mandolin, banjo, and fiddle across nearly all tracks.
- Each song typically follows a verse-chorus structure, with instrumental breaks that showcase the musicianship of the ensemble.
- The pacing varies, with several tracks maintaining a brisk tempo while others slow down for more reflective moments, particularly in the latter half.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short energetic collection of tunes
- heartfelt storytelling through melodies
- vibrant sound for gatherings
- for sunny afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- dislike upbeat, quick-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped popularize bluegrass and folk, establishing Grisman's reputation in the early 80s.
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Here Today marks David Grisman's fourth studio album, following his acclaimed work on the soundtrack for the film 'The Last Waltz' in 1978. At this point in his career, Grisman was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the acoustic music scene, blending bluegrass with jazz influences and emphasizing collaboration with notable musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Jerry Douglas· Nickel Creek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'll Love Nobody but You 2:04
- 2 Once More 2:52
- 3 Foggy Mountain Chimes 2:27
- 4 The Children Are Crying 2:37
- 5 Hot Corn, Cold Corn 2:32
- 6 Lonesome River 4:07
- 7 My Walking Shoes 2:14
- 8 Love and Wealth 2:33
- 9 Billy in the Lowground 2:32
- 10 Making Plans 3:57
- 11 Sweet Little Miss Blues Eyes 1:55
- 12 Going Up Home to Live in Green Pastures 2:51
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