1. Feeling Blue
2. Sad Wind Sighs
3. Choices
4. The Only Daddy That Will Walk the Line
5. Indiana
6. Rollin' in My Sweet Baby's Arms
7. Today I Started Loving You Again
8. Can't You Hear That Whistle Blow
9. Remembering
10. Keep On Walkin'
11. Happy Go Lucky
12. Farther Along
Album Description
Already among the most beloved and revered of contemporary bluegrass groups, The Grascals reach new levels of power and confidence with their third album, Keep On Walkin'. Their trademark blend of traditional bluegrass and classic country with more modern elements has been further strengthened and refined by endless touring, and is showcased on an impeccable selection of songs highlighting both their freewheeling, infectious side and a more introspective, thoughtful perspective. Vocally, the trio of Terry Eldredge, Jamie Johnson, and Terry Smith are tighter than ever, cutting loose on driving solo vocals and soaring trios with equal fire and passion. As an instrumental unit, The Grascals have never sounded sharper, with mandolin ace Danny Roberts and new banjo player Aaron McDaris leading the charge. Versatile, soulful, and sincere, two-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year winners The Grascals make classic bluegrass entirely relevant in the here and now, without losing sight of the music's timeless roots.
"Excellent songwriting, incredible musicianship, and a band tightness that only comes from extensive touring makes this third Grascals record my new favorite."-Dierks Bentley
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Keep on Walkin'
- Audio CD: 0 pages (2008-07-15)
- Publisher: Rounder / Umgd
- Label: Rounder / Umgd
- Studio: Rounder / Umgd
- Average Customer Review:
 based on 2 reviews
- Sales Rank in Music: #6191
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Summary: It's ok 2008-10-14
Comment: I'm new to bluegrass, but do like this Grascal's cd better than one from a couple years ago. Takes me to the hills when I listen to it.
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Summary: Body snatchers have killed the Grascals 2008-09-16
Comment: I'll say one thing, Rounder knows how to save a buck. It matters not who comes and goes---as long as the Grascals remains a six-piece band, this cover shot should work until they retire.
If for nothing else, I encourage every Bluegrass fan to buy this to hear their version of Rollin' My Sweet Baby's Arms. Of the hundreds of recordings made of this classic song, this has to be the most---RECENT.
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Overall this album is a cut above the others in terms of mixing and mastering. The vocals are a bit more in your face, the instrumental solos are cut back just a tad, and the bass level and tone are much better. All of this is a welcome, albeit subtle, change.
The continued presence of original material is what draws this reviewer to these boy's products. They have proven a knack for finding good songs, and on that, careers are made. A whole album of fresh originals would be the dream buy, but 2/3 is close enough.
Covers are again present (a distraction), however they have at least pulled most from the Country genre, so then, a purpose is served. Of these, it took guts to lay down Waylon's, "The Only Daddy That Will Walk the Line". Being a fan of Waylon, it is nearly blasphemous for anyone to attempt this song (it being one of those records that simply cannot be topped---when it was done, it was DONE); however, I must say, these boys definitely did it justice---Good Job. Does anyone know who Hargus Robbins is and why he is on this CD?! The Grascals do, and hearing his piano work again is a joy. Push the roots---careers are made on originals, but their roots build the foundation. For these reasons alone, I forgive the boy's use of covers.
Personnel changes have obviously done the band little damage with their recordings, although (grinning) it should be said that overuse of another's banjo lick can't often be hidden once burned on a mass-marketed CD. [note "Man Of Constant Sorrow"].
This is another fine album from the Grascals.
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