1: Wreck On The Highway (2:19) 2: Portland Town (2:13) 3: Danville Girl (2:46) 4: The Tramp On The Street (3:03) 5: Worried Man Blues (3:33) 6: San Francisco Bay Blues (1:59) 7: 900 Miles (3:56) 8: Hard Travelin' (3:25) 9: More Pretty Girls Than One (2:04) 10: Freight Train (2:31) 11: Talking Blues (2:35) 12: I'm Sad And I'm Lonely (2:31) 13: Roll On Buddy (2:33) 14: Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms (2:40)
Description:
"Riding In Folkland" on CD brings together the timeless folk artistry of Jack Elliott and Derroll Adams in a collection that captures the raw spirit of traditional American and European folk music. Centered around voice, guitar, and banjo, the album offers intimate, story-driven songs that feel as if they were recorded right in front of a campfire or on a small club stage. The sound is deliberately unpolished and authentic, highlighting narrative songwriting, traveling songs, and ballads that speak of roads, railways, working people, and quiet, reflective moments between performances. Each track showcases the duo's interplay: Elliott's distinctive guitar and vocal phrasing blend with Adams' resonant banjo to create a warm, earthy soundscape that appeals to purist folk fans and curious newcomers alike. "Riding In Folkland" is less about studio perfection and more about capturing the living tradition of folk as it is played, shared, and passed on.
Jack Elliott & Derroll Adams are a landmark duo in the folk world. Jack Elliott (often linked to the great American folk revival) is known for his wandering troubadour lifestyle, his interpretations of traditional songs, and his influence on later singer-songwriters. Derroll Adams, with his characteristic banjo style and deep voice, became an important figure for many European and American folk artists who followed. Together, they have left a strong imprint on the transatlantic folk scene, recognized for live performances that were as much storytelling as they were music. Their collaborations are prized by collectors and connoisseurs of folk music for their honesty, humor, and emotional depth.
The CD format emphasizes a clear, warm sound that respects the acoustic roots of the recordings, making it ideal for attentive listening at home or on the road. Artwork and presentation (where available) typically reflect the rustic, traveling character of the music and underline the sense of being "on the road" that defines much of Elliott and Adams' work. This release is well suited to fans of traditional folk, singer-songwriter material, and anyone interested in the historic bridge between American folk traditions and the European folk scenes that embraced them.
Strictly Country, the manufacturer behind this release, is known for its dedication to roots, folk, and related acoustic genres. Their productions often focus on authenticity over mass-market gloss, giving room to niche artists, archival recordings, and historically important performances. With careful curation and an evident respect for the source material, Strictly Country tends to appeal to collectors and serious fans who value detailed liner notes, well-selected track lists, and an overall presentation that preserves musical heritage rather than chasing trends.
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