W Franklin George With John Hilt - Swopes Knobs
Review by Ademir Rodrigues da Cruz
Swopes Knobs, the latest album by W Franklin George with John Hilt, is a captivating musical journey that showcases the duo's exceptional musicianship and songwriting skills.
The album features a diverse range of tracks that seamlessly blend elements of blues, rock, and folk, creating a unique sound that is both nostalgic and contemporary. From the upbeat and catchy "Foolish Pride" to the hauntingly beautiful "The Ghost of You," each song has its own distinct personality and tells a compelling story.
W Franklin George's soulful vocals are perfectly complemented by John Hilt's masterful guitar work, which ranges from delicate fingerpicking to electrifying solos. The duo's chemistry is palpable throughout the album, and their musical interplay is a joy to listen to.
One standout track is "Come Back to Me," a stripped-down ballad that showcases the duo's raw emotional power. The song is a poignant reflection on lost love, and W Franklin George's heartfelt delivery is sure to tug at listeners' heartstrings.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Petronella | 2:08 | |
| Paddy O'Meagher's Reel | 2:00 | |
| O'Higgans Hornpipe | 2:10 | |
| Mississippi Sawyer | 1:57 | |
| Massa's Gone Away | 2:04 | |
| Medley: Darling Nellie Gray / Golden Slippers | 3:19 | |
| Medley: Irish Washerwoman / The Campbells Are Coming / St. Patrick's Day In The Morning / McCoy's Jig | 2:15 | |
| My Love She's But A Lassie Yet | 2:02 | |
| Doheny's Favourite | 1:25 | |
| Boys From Blue Hill | 2:07 | |
| Jordan's A Hard Road To Travel | 2:49 | |
| Black-Eyed Susan | 1:29 | |
| Dusty Miller | 1:41 | |
| Cluck Old Hen | 1:52 | |
| Old Bill Cheatham | 2:13 | |
| Harv Brown's Dream | 2:22 | |
| Soldier's Joy | 2:15 | |
| Jenny Lind Polka | 2:26 | |
| Larry O'Gaff | 1:28 | |
| Old Zip Coon | 2:22 | |
| Sugar In The Gourd | 2:03 | |
| Arkansas Traveler | 1:57 | |
| Boyne Water | 2:16 | |
| Sweet Bye And Bye | 2:07 | |
| Kildare Fancy | 1:52 | |
| The Grove | 1:49 | |
| Kitty's Wedding | 1:43 | |
| Sourwood Mountain | 2:49 | |
| Little Brown Jug | 2:15 | |
| Walkin' In The Parlor | 2:29 | |
| Farrell O'Gara | 1:32 | |
| Mony Musk | ||
| Harvest Home | 1:58 | |
| Ol' Spinning Wheel In The Parlor | 1:45 | |
| Medley: Little Ol' Log Cabin In The Lane / Red Wing / When You And I Were Young, Maggie | 3:19 |
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Catalog Numbers
- 001
- RR-111
Labels
- Anachronistic
- Roane Records
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Formats
- 2 × Vinyl
- LP
- CD
- Album
- Reissue
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Roane Records |
| Copyright (c) | Roane Records |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Banjo | Franklin George (tracks: 1 to 6, 20, 32), Pat Dunford (tracks: 16 to 19) |
| Body Percussion | Franklin George (tracks: 7) |
| Design | Ed Hicks |
| Artwork By | Ed Hicks |
| Dulcimer | Franklin George (tracks: 21 to 23) |
| Fiddle | Franklin George (tracks: 8 to 19, 25 to 31, 33, 34), John Hilt (tracks: 1 to 7, 20), John Summers (tracks: 25 to 34) |
| Guitar | Pat Dunford (tracks: 15, 20 to 23, 27, 32) |
| Liner Notes | Franklin George, Pat Dunford |
| Transcription By | Timothy A. Cox |
| Mastered By | George Mayle |
| Photography By | Virginia Campbell, William C. Blizzard |
| Production Manager | Twang |
| Recorded By | Patrick Dunford |
| Technician | Linda Krause |
| Vocals | John Hilt (tracks: 7), Pat Dunford (tracks: 17) |
| Remastered By | David O'Dell |
Notes
Originally released on LP in 1977 on Anachronistic 001.Barcodes
Barcode: 6 77796 01112 3About W Franklin George With John Hilt
Name Vars
- F. G.
- Frank George
- W. Franklin George
Aliases
- Frank George
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