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@@teck13 Hey, Ted. Thanks for your kind words. I just feel there's a huge amount of Country Rock which has been brushed under the carpet. There's a series of Country Rock compilations called Truckers Kickers Cowboy Angels which runs to seven volumes, and while it's a good set, it misses so much of the music which deserves to be heard and reassessed. Cheers - Hedley

@@TheVinylRecordMission Hey, Steve. Taos certainly looks like a fabulous place. You're very lucky to live nearby. I was unaware of the artist's community at Taos, so finding this album has opened my eyes to the dual history of the place. It's kind of weird to think that D. H. Lawrence stayed there in the 20s. Not the landscape I associate him with. Thanks for the information. It's wonderful to think that Taos has been a hub of community activity for a thousand years. Cheers - Hedley

@@AlterMann57 Hey! Yes, I understand they feature playing live in the Fillmore documentary film. I'll have to seek it out. Thanks for watching - Hedley

Ha ha ha! Boundaries are immaterial when one listens to music, the music is what it is. It's only an issue when you want to talk about music, make self-indulgent videos on RUclips, or attempt to describe the sound against pre-understood norms. There'll always be an aggressively mannered naysayer, who will state, "I don't care about genres, I just like music!". We'll good luck walking into a record store and finding everything filed under 'Music', or being able to give someone an impression of a music but saying, "You know, it sounds like music".

@@chrisgifford3888 Hey! Thanks Chris. That's very kind of you. Hedley

@@neurophile The second album isn't bad either.

@@davidatkinson-lifematters4826 It was nice to get some funky soul music, as it was a great excuse to have a bit of a groove.

@@metaversenews1 Ah, another Calexico fan. The t-shirt isn't an official but of merchandise, although I do have a Calexico tote bag I bought at a gig. Only seen them the once, but they were great. I haven't heard Lightning Dust, I'll have to check them out. I have heard Great Lake Swimmers, but I don't own any of their albums. I think I saw The Be Good Tanyas back in the early 2000s when they were supporting their first album. I have a couple of their albums and a few by Jolie Holland. I'm not that familiar with I Am Kloot. I have got Oh, Mighty Engine by Neil Halstead, an album I really like. Don't know why I haven't looked further into his solo career. He's got that folkie singer-songwriter thing going on. Not too much a link to traditional folk, but his music probably wouldn't exist without the history of folk music. I'm going to do a video at some point looking at some modern UK non traditional folk rock. So, you'll have to see what you make of my choices. Cheers - Hedley

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Looking forward to it, thanks for the reply.

@@vinylmartini3377 That's a good bit of Appaloosa trivia, Jack. I'm pretty sure the Byrds got their record contract under similar circumstances. But in their case it was the daughter of the big-wig at Columbia, who persuaded her Dad to give them a go. Yes, I'm sure that part of the US would be amazing to visit and hit the record stores. Maybe one day 🤠 Cheers - Hedley

@@cheapcheerfulrecordcollect8071 Yeah, it sounds like a fascinating place, Jonathan. I enjoyed finding out about the place off the back of finding the Taos album. Who says the US doesn't have a long history? Cheers - Hed

@@christopherkibler511 Two very different albums, but both a great listen.

@@flossysmith7307 Thanks Floss. I don't think any of these albums are particularly hard to find, and luckily they're not too expensive either. I can't afford to be one of those kinds of collectors who must have original pressings of ultra rare records. Cheers - Hedley

@@TheVinylVoyage-ud3uf Yeah, I'm a bit of a sucker for some flute action. Check out the version of Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues on Danny O'Keefe's self titled album from 1970, there's some ace flute on that. Cheers - Hedley

@@vinylstockholm I think you're onto something with Will Oldham. I've been a fan of his from the Palace Music days. I think the DIY element of his early recordings give it the feel of older US folk music. There's something of Jimmie Rodgers, Dock Boggs or Frank Hutchinson in his stripped back sound. Lyrically I can also see a connection. Cheers - Hedley

@@nigelcampag1290 Hey, Nigel. The Appaloosa album cover does appear to be susceptible to ringwear. Although, I could've done without the paint adding to the problem. Still, at least the record is in great shape. A case of an advertised VF+ being more like a NM. I'm glad you like to see a Brit discussing US music. I was once abused on Facebook for daring to express an opinion on Country Rock. A Brit talking about Country music? Whatever next? Cheers - Hedley

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Haha, how dare you discuss or have an opinion on music from another country Hedley 😁. I forgot I also have both of the Repairs lps as well. Must revisit them. Cheers Nige

Ha ha! That's Richard Bowden. He played with a number of different country and folk rock groups. I actually had a conversation online with him a while back about the likelihood of the Shiloh album getting a reissue, and he basically said not a chance.

That's interesting. I wonder if the internet age has brought people out of retirement or spurred others to produce more music, as a result of new attention online? I'll have to check it out. Thanks 😊

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 A few more bands from back in the day who've put out good albums in recent times are Caedmon, Fresh Maggots and The Famous Jug band (though their "new" one will be a couple of decades old by now).

@@carlwmpylu I missed my chances to pick up a reissue of the first Caedmon album, and now it's getting rather expensive. I have a CD of the first Fresh Maggots album, but I hate the band name and I think it affects my view of the album.

Hi Pete. Sorry it's taken me so long to get back to you. There is a massive amount of crossover between the folk and country camps, and I share your struggle. Exactly why I suggested my next video might be acts that have one foot in both genres. Of course, it doesn't really matter what the specifics are when you're sat back enjoying the music, but the minute you want to talk about it or describe the music in a video, that's when the problems start. I couldn't imagine the nightmares record shop owners have with sorting their stock into genres! I keep forgetting to say that I'm focusing on music from the late 60s and 70s, but that's not to say I'm not into more modern variants. I used to love The Decemberists, back when they were decidedly more folky, but lost some interest when they went more indie rock after Hazards of Love. That said, their most recent album was a return to their older sound, but I've not picked it up. I've got a couple of CDs by Espers, and I have heard Fern Knight, but those others are new to me. I'll be checking them out. I'm planning some videos looking at contemporary UK and US (and inevitably Canadian) bands and artists who are producing modern folk-rock...Or is that country-rock...Or Americana...Or freak folk...Or cosmic American music... Or... Cheers - Hedley

I've got records by the bands Goose Creek Symphony and Geese, they both know their boundaries 🪿

Yeah, I reckon if you get past the first track, which is a bit more country, as well as the jaw harp on the second tune, and I think Lamb would be well up your street. It's funny, I'm not a big fan of CS&N, but I really like bands who emulated them. I think it's Crosby. I hate his songwriting. I keep failing to point out that I'm focusing on late 60s and early 70s music, but Fleet Foxes and many other contemporary groups are definitely ploughing the same furrow.

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@@colinerswell7490 Hey! Thanks for swinging by and taking the time to comment. It's quite mind-blowing how much great music is out there. The fun is discovering it and being able to get others equally enthusiastic about the music. Cheers - Hedley

@@bigstar1000 Good spot. I like to throw in these little Easter eggs. I'm new to his music. I picked up his recent The Ones Ahead album, and liked that immensely. It was great that it tied in with the reissue of his earlier albums by Transgressive Records, and I was able to get those without breaking the bank. Cheers - Hedley

I'll have to stop in for a coffee. Well, they've had 1000 years to get it right 😊

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Let me know when you do. I'm buying. Speaking of 1000 years, one of my favorite Richard Thompson albums. I saw him do it live. His version of "Ooops, I Did it Again" was classic. Enjoy your channel.

Sign me up for Viking Country! I've always thought Country was lacking in the battle axe and horned helmet quota. Mind you, I do have some Swedish Honky Tonk, but they tend to wear Nudie suits. They're missing a trick.

Hey, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. There are many UK folk clubs that are still quite draconian in enforcing a folk only policy. Try to slip in some Bob Dylan or other non traditional singer-songwriters, and you'll be out on your ear. I get it, they're trying to preserve the folk heritage, but it does come across as gatekeeping. It all started with Ewan MacColl's Critics Group in the 60s. He ran that group with a rod of iron. If he didn't judge the music folkie enough, you wouldn't get to the end of your song. Cheers - Hedley

Can't take me anywhere 😉

I've not seen that doc. I should seek it out.

It's a good one, the Bill Graham footage is a hoot ! 😂 He was intense.

Hey, JT. The UK folk rock scene was heavily influenced by America. You only have to listen to Fairport Conversion's first album to hear that. Some might argue that many of the UK folk rock bands did push the envelope of creativity, as so many of them went in a Prog Rock direction. I suppose some of the country folk artists I've got coming up, might be accused of being more traditional. Cheers - Hedley

I agree, and in a nutshell, it's all good, and wonderful that we have all of this brilliant music from the UK and the US ! I love Fairport, The Pentangle.. All of it ! Pretty sure Fairport covers Richard and Mimi Farina's " Reno, Nevada" on their debut. Richard's can't be be beat, though..

@@andymart61 Hi Andy. A long time subscriber? You really are a glutton for punishment 😉 It's a bummer that RUclips removed the message function. I suppose they don't want people to make connections away from their gaze. If you do Facebook you can find me as Hedley Brown, or my Instagram account is under Vinylhed. I think you'd be able to message me through either of those. Let me know if that's not possible. Cheers - Hedley

@@paulprincipe6975 Hey Paul! I'm sorry if watching my videos is costing you money. I know how that goes 😁 Don't worry, I have plenty of other records in and around this genre to keep me going for a while, and ensure your wallet takes a battering. Mind you, it's not like most of the records I feature are particularly expensive, just not so easy to track down... depending on where you live. I was in conversation with Pat Martin from Unicorn a while back about doing an interview with him, but to be honest I've not sorted it out as I'm quite nervous about doing a video with him. Maybe I'll get over my fears and do it soon. Cheers - Hedley

@@jamesgriffithsmusic Thanks James. It's always fun to revisit my folk rock records. It's also gratifying to hear other people expressing an interest in this music, as I was totally alone at school in my love of folk music. Let's face it, folk music is far from cool when you're 15, but I feel justified in my choices. I get you with the Five Hand Reel album. I noticed that later CD copies had a variation of the cover. It's a bugger for ringwear.

@@Thevinylscavenger Glad to represent the Yorkshire massive.

Yeah, I'm really surprised that Tommy Flanders isn't more widely known. I think it's lovely. Cheers

Very nice music ! 🎵

@@deancronin6934 Hi! I haven't listened to much DeDannan, and don't have any of their albums, but what I've heard sounds pretty good. I know that Dónal Lunny produced their first album, so that must be worth a listen. I've got a couple of albums by Dolores Keane, who I believe was in De Dannan. I can't say I particularly like them as the 80s production is pretty horrible. I do have a couple of Mary Black albums. I think one is an early compilation. She has a great voice, but again some of the 80s production is not to my taste. Cheers - Hedley

@@miketomlin6040 I put it there specifically for you, and to confuse people when I badmouth Prog.

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 I knew a chap once who could tolerate the Tull. Intriguing, perhaps even confusing, certainly alarming!

Hi Colin, thanks for watching. Yeah, I've got some albums and singles by The Johnstons which were my Dad's. I'm familiar with Amazing Blondel, but I don't have any of their records. Being taught guitar by their guitarist is a claim to fame. How's your playing these days? Cheers - Hedley

Hi Hedley - my playing is quite good, thanks. John Gladwin was my teacher back then. I wasn't a good student as far as reading music was concerned, but passionate about guitar nonetheless. Just watched Nick Cave last night (Wild God tour in Berlin) which was amazing. Have a yourself a good day!

@@magicjoeblack5761 Hey! Glad these bands were up your street 😁

@@TheCoverUpsLondonUK Thanks for the recommendation. I'm not adverse to a bit of heavy stuff, I'll check them out. Cheers - Hedley

@@jtsrecordroom3963 Thanks JT. You might have some of those US folk rock albums. Hedley

Larry Groce is the only artist I have between your 2 nice folk videos. Your needle drops are superb with excellent sound !

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Actually, Larry Groce is the only one.. I made a mental note in case I run across some of these. Very nice music, Hedley

@@vinylstockholmThanks for swinging by. Can't get too folky for me. The folkiest the better. I'm planning to do a ranking of my Top 10 female British folk singers. Sandy Denny is great, but I can give you an exclusive here, she's not going to make the top spot. Thanks for the recommendation of Kebnekaise. I hope they don't get too proggy, as I think I remember listening to them before. Cheers - Hedley

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Lovely, looking forward to that list! Listen to Kebenekaise II, it's pure folk rock (their first was more proggy). Thanks for great videos :)

Grandson shmandson. He needs to realise that Grandad needs to prioritise. Glad you dig some of this stuff. I grew up with a lot of British folk music being played in the house, and my Dad would listen to a folk programme on BBC radio every week. Cheers - Hedley

@@nancybrooke23 Yeah, I've got a copy on CD. It's about time it received a vinyl reissue. Quite a bit of country rock on that one.

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Carol has had an amazing career as an ethnomusicologist since the 70s and is on the Cambridge University faculty!

@@nancybrooke23 Yes, I was reading about that. It might be argued that many folk artists need to be ethnographers to explore and preserve the folk songs. I understand that Ashley Hutchings produced a number of his records of Morris tunes as part of academic research.

@@flashgordonsonerecordatati7591 Hello, Flash! I'm glad you're enjoying the music I show. I love finding new bands and artists, and it's even better if I can pass that along. Cheers - Hedley

@@paulcollins5586 Thanks, Paul. Do you mean the US folk group Morrigan, or is it another group using the name you mean?

@@anotherfatbeardedmantalkin5893 Its British group. The Morrigan. Folk rock prog.

@@David-Ellis Thanks, David 👍