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My Bluegrass Heart

Béla Fleck · 2021

105 min · 19 tracks · jazz · bluegrass music

A vibrant fusion of bluegrass and jazz, weaving intricate melodies with virtuosic instrumentation.

Why this album works

'My Bluegrass Heart' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Bluegrass Albums chart, reflecting its strong reception within the genre. The album has been praised for its innovative arrangements and features collaborations with notable artists like Chris Thile and Sierra Hull, further bridging bluegrass and jazz communities.
Career context
Released on September 10, 2021, 'My Bluegrass Heart' is Béla Fleck's first studio album since his Grammy-winning project 'The Flecktones' in 2019. This release marks a return to his bluegrass roots after exploring various musical genres throughout his career, showcasing his evolution as a musician and composer.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Vertigo 5:18
  • 2 The Old North Woods 4:56
  • 3 Slippery Eel 4:23
  • 4 Hug Point Standout 5:18
  • 5 Boulderdash 7:01
  • 6 Our Little Secret Standout 6:26
  • 7 Round Rock 6:09
  • 8 Baptist Pumpkin Farm 6:11
  • 9 Charm School 8:03

Disc 2

  • 1 Strider 7:26
  • 2 This Old Road 4:55
  • 3 Us Chickens 3:58
  • 4 Sour Grapes 4:04
  • 5 Hunky Dory 5:47
  • 6 Tentacle Dragon (Revenge of the) 5:53
  • 7 Bum's Rush 5:31
  • 8 Hunter's Moon 6:17
  • 9 Wheels Up 4:15
  • 10 Psalm 136 Standout 3:52

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