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This is one of four songs that Blind Alfred Reed of Floyd County, Virginia recorded at the Bristol Sessions in 1927. Blind Alfred played fiddle and sang his own songs, most of which were political or religious. He gave up recording two years after the Bristol Sessions and settled in West Virginia where he was a lay preacher in the Methodist church and continued to perform locally. In 1937 a statute was passed that prohibited blind street musicians. It is believed that Blind Alfred died in 1956 of starvation.
His thoughtful, poignant message from 1927 resonates strongly with me today. Thanks and acknowledgment to Ry Cooder for his lyrical modification to the third verse we chose.

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April Verch Pembroke, Ontario

For over two decades, fiddler, singer-songwriter and step dancer April Verch has been captivating listeners worldwide. The Ottawa Valley native has garnered praise for her fresh and feisty approach to deep North Americana. Verch’s signature sound blends together regional Canadian, American old-time, bluegrass, country and Americana, resulting in a well-rounded tour-de-force of traditional sounds. ... more

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