On Folksinger Vol. 2, he acts as a modern interpreter of older songs, passing along his own version of the music that came long before him. With a quick vibrato and rich range, he breathes new life into classic songs. And perhaps most importantly, it shows the full range of Willie Watson’s artistry, matching his instrumental and vocal chops with a strong appreciation for the songs that have shaped not only a genre, but an entire country.
WILLIE WATSON
Monday 4 November 2019 2019
For nearly two decades, Willie Watson has made modern folk music rooted in older traditions. He’s a folksinger in the classic sense: a singer, storyteller, and traveller, with a catalog of songs that bridge the gap between the past and present. Southern gospel. Railroad songs. Delta blues. Irish fiddle tunes. Appalachian music.
