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Peter Rowan and Crucial Country |
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Written by Matt Walker
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Saturday, 18 November 2006 |
Peter Rowan and Crucial Country
Live at Telluride
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Contributor of three tracks to Old and in the Way (including “Mid-night Moonlight”). Writer—and protagonist—of “Panama Red.” A 1969 hit single with David Grisman. Peter Rowan boasts some serious recording credits, but his live act is equally legendary, having played at least 20 Telluride Blue-grass Festivals. Often appearing with “back-up” bands like The Free Mexican Air Force or Tony Rice quartet, it’s Rowan’s need to collaborate that cements his place as a major influence. Live at Telluride time travels back to 1994 with cohorts Crucial Country, and the songs stick to the genre’s core themes and instruments. Tales of the devil, temptation, love and infidelity come to life over acoustic strings and stripped-down percussion, stand-up bass and sweet syrupy dobro, all poured into a perfectly crafted, jam-filled setlist. It’s proof that while studio sessions and sheet music may last forever, an artist’s best work is often fleeting—and fresh.
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