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The Coal Porters

No. 6 [ CD / Album ]

No. 6

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  • Released Date: 09 Sep 2016

  • Genre: Country

Our Take

Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your banjos and grab your fiddlesticks because the Coal Porters are back with their sixth album, appropriately titled No. 6. This British bluegrass band, led by the enigmatic Sid Griffin, have once again delivered a toe-tapping, knee-slapping collection of tunes that will have you stomping your feet and raising your pint.

From the moment the opening track kicks in, you can't help but be transported to a sun-drenched field at a country fair, surrounded by hay bales and the smell of fried dough. The Coal Porters effortlessly blend traditional bluegrass with their own unique twist, incorporating elements of folk and Americana to create a sound that is as refreshing as it is familiar.

The standout track for me has to be "Moonlit Sky," a hauntingly beautiful ballad that showcases Griffin's delicate vocals and the band's impeccable harmonies. It's a song that sticks with you long after the album has finished playing, like a campfire ember that refuses to be extinguished.

But don't think for a moment that No. 6 is all slow jams and introspective musings. Tracks like "Hell on the Bridge" and "Barefoot on the Courthouse Lawn" crank up the tempo and prove that the Coal Porters can pick and pluck with the best of them.

So grab your cowboy hat and your dancing shoes, because the Coal Porters have once again delivered an album that is guaranteed to get your toes tapping and your heart singing. No. 6 is a triumph of British bluegrass, and a must-listen for fans of good music everywhere.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. The Day the Last Ramone Died
2. Save Me from the Storm
3. The Blind Bartender
4. Chopping the Garlic
5. Salad Days
6. Unhappy Anywhere
7. Train No. 10-0-5
8. Play a Tune
9. The Old Style Prison Break
10. Another Girl, Another Planet

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About the artist

The Coal Porters

The Coal Porters are not just your average bluegrass band - they are a fusion of traditional Americana with a British twist that is as refreshing as a pint of cold ale on a summer's day. Formed in London in 1989 by ex-Long Ryder Sid Griffin, this merry band of musicians have been shaking up the roots music scene with their toe-tapping tunes and witty lyrics ever since. With a sound that is equal parts twangy banjo picking and jangly guitar riffs, the Coal Porters are a force to be reckoned with on the folk music landscape. Their songs are a delightful mix of melancholy ballads and cheeky foot-stompers, all delivered with a tongue-in-cheek attitude that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. But don't let their playful persona fool you - these guys are serious musicians with serious chops. From their intricate harmonies to their virtuosic instrumental solos, the Coal Porters are a tight-knit ensemble that never fails to impress. Whether you're a die-hard bluegrass fan or just looking for some good old-fashioned feel-good music, the Coal Porters have got you covered. So grab a pint, kick back, and let the toe-tapping rhythms of this British-American outfit take you on a musical journey like no other. Cheers to the Coal Porters - long may they reign as the kings of modern bluegrass!

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