Martha Redbone: William Blake Meets Appalachian Folk
Exclusive Download: Hear the title track "The Garden Of Love" from Redbone's new album.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Martha Redbone's latest album pairs the poetry of William Blake with Appalachian folk.
(Fabrice Trombert / courtesy of the artist)
Like many, neo-soul singer Martha Redbone loves the sounds of Appalachian folk music. After all, it's some of the most truly American music we have. Which is why Redbone's new album, is such a startling one. The record sets the works of English poet William Blake to Appalachian music -- from a singer who, until now, has been associated with R&B.
Redbone brings her Roots Project to the studio to perform songs and explain how the The Garden Of Love: Songs Of William Blake all came about.
Want to hear a taste of the album? You can download the title track, "The Garden Of Love" from Martha Redbone's new album:
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Stunning performance and gorgeous mixing on "I Heard An Angel Singing" during the broadcast!
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