Bluegrass Evolution

by J.D. Crowe

Overview

J.D. Crowe and the New South's Bluegrass Evolution is not only a sturdy collection of tunes, but a piece of important history as well. The album caused a stir when it was released in the early '70s, as Crowe and company spearheaded the fusion of traditional bluegrass elements with such electric country instruments as steel guitar, piano, and drums. This was certainly not viewed as a scandalous approach later on -- except in fiercely traditional bluegrass circles -- but consider that Bluegrass Evolution is no less pioneering an effort than the Byrds' Sweetheart of the Rodeo, the effort that spearheaded country-rock and introduced the larger public to Gram Parsons. Along with albums by folks such as New Grass Revival (among others), Bluegrass Evolution paved the way for progressive bluegrass. Despite the pioneering bent, Tony and Larry Rice give remarkably tight and trad-minded vocal performances. The album was re-released on CD in the late '90s. ~ Erik Hage

Product Details

Release Date:	09/02/1998
Label:	Starday Records
UPC:	0012676948920
Rank:	73124

Tracks

1. You Can Have Her
2. You Can Share My Blanket
3. Devil in Disguise
4. God's Own Singer
5. Ten Degrees and Getting Colder
6. How Come You Do Me (Like You Do, Do, Do)
7. For Lovin' Me
8. My Heart Talks to Me
9. Come on Down to My World
10. Leaves That Are Green

Album Credits

Performance Credits

J.D. Crowe   Primary Artist,Baritone (Vocal),Banjo
J.D. Crowe & the New South   Primary Artist
Tony Rice   Guest Artist,Guitar,Vocals,Tenor (Vocal)
Larry Rice   Vocals,Mandolin

Technical Credits

J.J. Cale   Composer
Moe Lytle   Design,Concept
Gordon Lightfoot   Composer
Chuck Young   Liner Notes,Art Direction
J.D. Crowe & the New South   Performer
Paul Simon   Composer
Bernie Leadon   Composer