Retrograss
David Grisman · 1999
54 min · 17 tracks · traditional folk music · bluegrass music
A vibrant fusion of bluegrass and folk, showcasing virtuosic instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like energy with peaks
- heartfelt storytelling through music
- for a sunny afternoon
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- virtuosic instrumentation highlights
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer long, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time David Grisman released 'Retrograss' in 1999, he was an established figure in the acoustic music scene, known for his innovative blend of bluegrass and jazz. This album followed a prolific period during which Grisman had solidified his reputation as a leading mandolinist and producer, particularly after his influential work in the 1990s with the David Grisman Quintet.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Jerry Douglas· Nickel Creek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Walking Shoes 2:49
- 2 Hound Dawg 2:39
- 3 Maggie's Farm 2:48
- 4 Memphis 2:44
- 5 Flint Hill Special 2:32
- 6 The Old Home Place 3:02
- 7 Uncle Pen 3:02
- 8 Airmail Special on the Fly 2:14
- 9 Rocky Top 3:30
- 10 Room at the Top of the Stairs 2:14
- 11 (Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay 2:38
- 12 Jerusalem Ridge 3:39
- 13 Windy Mountain 3:07
- 14 Maybellene 2:40
- 15 Blue Ridge Cabin Home 3:16
- 16 Rocky Road Blues 3:42
- 17 When I'm Sixty-Four 7:51
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