Modern Times by The New Lost City Ramblers - DeepRiffs

ALBUM

Is it true that the modern country song "Streets of Baltimore" is more "immediate and far reaching" than the traditional ballad "Barbara Allen"? So says John Cohen, one of the members of this ensemble, and of course wading through his liner notes is part of the fun of a set such as this. "Rural Songs from an Industrial Society" is how he says this New Lost City Ramblers effort ought to be subtitled, and as a label it could suit a merger of Merle Haggard and Rage Against the Machine. In the late '60s, it was Cohen's way of describing an incredibly eclectic combination of songs. As was the Ramblers style, everything is properly documented as to information about the original recording artist and other details. There are very few albums around that would include songs by both the clever country artist Roger Miller as well as a hobo blues from the very early 20th century. In between are typical Ramblers choices, such as several Uncle Dave Macon numbers and a cover of "Dollar Down and a Dollar a Week" by the Arkansas Woodchoppers. Fans of Mike Seeger will not be surprised by the country & western numbers, seeing as he is a big fan of the genre. Some of the song choices are brilliant, of course. "Take Them for a Ride" by David McCarn is an excellent protest and encourages interest in the original artist, in other words a touchdown on the Rambler scoreboard. Used record pile diggers should be able to spot this side quickly; it looks like someone smeared mustard across the front. Instrumental highlights include Seeger's use of autoharp and the banjo and fiddle outings by Tracy Schwarz.

1. Shut Up in the Mines of Coal Creek

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

2. 31' Depression Blues

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

3. That Little Lump of Coal

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

4. Union Man

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

5. Got the Farm Land Blues

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

6. We Are Up Against It Now

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

7. From Earth to Heaven

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

8. Henry Ford's Model A

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

9. Truck Driving Man

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

10. Dollar Down and a Dollar a Week

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

11. Dear Okie

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

12. From 40 to 65

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

13. Private John Q.

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

14. Weaver's Life

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

15. The Death of Ellenton

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

16. Take Them For a Ride

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

17. Timetable Blues

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

18. Bye, Bye Black Smoke Choo Choo

by The New Lost City Ramblers

Primary Artist: The New Lost City Ramblers; Main Performer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

18 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

48 minutes and 55 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 1425x1425 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

No lyrics found

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

Country, Singer & Songwriter, Traditional Folk, New Traditional Bluegrass, String Bands

Label

Folkways Records

Music Distribution Service

Orchard Enterprises Inc

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 31, 1967

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

829410155373