Third Generation Blues
Doc Watson · 1999
48 min · 14 tracks · blues · country · folk
A heartfelt blend of traditional folk, blues, and gospel, showcasing Doc Watson's warm vocals and masterful guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm vocals for cozy evenings
- short tracks for easy enjoyment
- reflective moments in quiet spaces
- heartfelt storytelling through song
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Third Generation Blues' in 1999, Doc Watson was an established figure in American roots music, celebrated for his influential guitar techniques and storytelling. This album arrived nearly four decades into his career, following notable works like 'Will the Circle Be Unbroken' and solidifying his legacy as a bridge between folk traditions and contemporary interpretations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Bill Monroe· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honey Please Don't Go 2:48
- 2 If I Were a Carpenter 2:51
- 3 House of the Rising Sun 3:21
- 4 Gypsy Davey 4:35
- 5 St. James Infirmary 5:05
- 6 Uncloudy Day 2:53
- 7 South Coast 4:06
- 8 Milk Cow Blues 4:00
- 9 Train Whistle Blues 3:01
- 10 Moody River 2:56
- 11 Columbus Stockade Blues 3:31
- 12 Walk on Boy 3:08
- 13 Summertime 3:25
- 14 Precious Lord Take My Hand 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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