New Favorite
Alison Krauss · 2001
45 min · 13 tracks · country
Lush harmonies and heartfelt instrumentation weave through stories of love, loss, and longing in this country gem.
Why this album works
The album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album. Its blend of traditional and contemporary sounds helped to further bridge the gap between bluegrass and mainstream country, influencing a new generation of artists.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow heartfelt harmonies for reflection ideal for quiet evenings
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'New Favorite' was Alison Krauss's follow-up to her highly acclaimed album 'Forget About It'. At this point in her career, Krauss had already established herself as a prominent figure in bluegrass and country music, winning multiple Grammy Awards and reaching mainstream audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hank Williams Jr.· Willie Nelson· Lee Ann Womack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let Me Touch You for Awhile Standout 3:21
- 2 The Boy Who Wouldn’t Hoe Corn 4:40
- 3 The Lucky One Standout 3:10
- 4 Choctaw Hayride 3:10
- 5 Crazy Faith 3:47
- 6 Momma Cried 3:20
- 7 I’m Gone 3:28
- 8 Daylight 4:03
- 9 Bright Sunny South 3:00
- 10 Stars 2:54
- 11 It All Comes Down to You 2:44
- 12 Take Me for Longing 2:51
- 13 New Favorite Standout 4:34
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