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Life of Sorrow

David Grisman · 2003

60 min · 15 tracks · traditional folk music · bluegrass music

A heartfelt collection of traditional folk and bluegrass melodies steeped in themes of love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • heartfelt reflections on love lost
  • for reflective afternoon listening
  • stories of sorrow and longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer dynamic, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2003, David Grisman was an established figure in the bluegrass and acoustic music scenes, having released numerous albums since his debut in the late 1960s. 'Life of Sorrow' came during a period where he focused on deeply rooted American folk traditions, showcasing his mastery of mandolin and commitment to preserving these musical narratives.
Stylistic neighbors
Tony Rice· Jerry Douglas· Nickel Creek

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Life of Sorrow 3:20
  • 2 Doin' My Time 4:54
  • 3 We Can't Be Darlings Anymore 3:03
  • 4 When You and I Were Young Maggie 5:14
  • 5 All the Good Times Are Past and Gone 3:26
  • 6 Tragic Romance 3:35
  • 7 Seven Year Blues 3:53
  • 8 You're the Girl of My Dreams 2:23
  • 9 Unwanted Love 2:56
  • 10 Man of Constant Sorrow 3:57
  • 11 Tennessee Waltz 3:07
  • 12 Bury Me Under the Weeping Willow 4:21
  • 13 Pretty Saro 3:06
  • 14 Cabin of Love 2:47
  • 15 Farther Along 10:06

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