Here Today
David Grisman · 1983
32 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music · bluegrass music
A vibrant blend of bluegrass traditions and folk storytelling, woven into intricate melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Here Today is an album by David Grisman, released in 1983. A vibrant blend of bluegrass traditions and folk storytelling, woven into intricate melodies and heartfelt lyrics. The album is notable for its role in the resurgence of bluegrass during the early 1980s, contributing to a crossover appeal that helped popularize the genre among wider audiences. It received positive critical acclaim and influenced subsequent generations of acoustic musicians, enhancing Grisman’s status as a key innovator in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Here Today sound like?
A vibrant blend of bluegrass traditions and folk storytelling, woven into intricate melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Rooted in traditional folk music and bluegrass music.
What makes Here Today by David Grisman notable?
The album is notable for its role in the resurgence of bluegrass during the early 1980s, contributing to a crossover appeal that helped popularize the genre among wider audiences. It received positive critical acclaim and influenced subsequent generations of acoustic musicians, enhancing Grisman’s status as a key innovator in the genre. Released in 1983, 'Here Today' marked David Grisman's evolution into a prominent figure in the acoustic music scene. This album followed his critically acclaimed debut 'David Grisman Quintet,' solidifying his reputation for blending jazz sensibilities with traditional bluegrass. By this time, Grisman was already recognized for pioneering new acoustic music and collaborating with various artists.
How many songs are on Here Today?
Here Today has 12 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.
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 Standout 2:27
- 4 The Children Are Crying 2:37
- 5 Hot Corn, Cold Corn 2:32
- 6 Lonesome River Standout 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 Standout 2:51
Release Date
January 1, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
32 min 46 sec
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