Pickin' the Blues
Doc Watson · 1985
37 min · 12 tracks · blues · country · folk
A heartfelt blend of traditional blues and folk, showcasing intricate guitar work and storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt storytelling through music
- intricate guitar work appreciation
- short bursts of emotional depth
- reflective moments on quiet evenings
- easygoing tunes for casual listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer longer, expansive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1985, Doc Watson was a respected figure in American folk and bluegrass music, having gained prominence since his debut in the early 1960s. 'Pickin' the Blues' came during a phase of heightened recognition, following his Grammy Award win for Best Folk Recording in 1986 for 'The Doc Watson Family.' This album further solidified his influence on acoustic music and showcased his mastery of fingerstyle guitar.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Bill Monroe· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mississippi Heavy Water Blues 2:58
- 2 Sittin' Here Pickin' the Blues 3:14
- 3 Stormy Weather 3:57
- 4 Windy and Warm 2:13
- 5 St. Louis Blues 3:10
- 6 Jailhouse Blues 2:50
- 7 Freight Train Blues 2:48
- 8 Hobo Bill's Last Ride 3:47
- 9 Carroll County Blues 2:54
- 10 Blue Ridge Mountain Blues 2:55
- 11 I'm a Stranger Here 3:17
- 12 Honey Babe Blues 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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