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Odetta

Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues [ CD / Album ]

Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues

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  • Released Date: 29 Apr 2016

  • Genre: Blues

Our Take
Odetta, darling, where have you been all our lives? This legendary songstress has been enchanting audiences for decades now, and her album "Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues" is a perfect encapsulation of her timeless talent. From the moment you press play, you are transported to a smoky jazz club in the heart of New Orleans, with Odetta's soulful voice wrapping around you like a warm embrace. Each track is a masterclass in storytelling, with Odetta effortlessly weaving tales of love, loss, and everything in between. The songs on this album are beautifully arranged, with each note ringing out clear and true. Odetta's voice is like a fine wine, only getting better with age. She effortlessly transitions from raw, emotional ballads to uptempo blues numbers, showcasing her range and versatility as an artist. Standout tracks include the hauntingly beautiful "Water Boy" and the toe-tapping "Santy Anno," both of which showcase Odetta's incredible vocal prowess. Her passion and energy are infectious, leaving you wanting more with each listen. In a world full of manufactured pop stars, Odetta is a breath of fresh air. "Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues" is a testament to her enduring talent and unparalleled artistry. Do yourself a favour and give it a spin - you won't regret it. Trust us, we're Pitchfork.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Santy Anno
2. If I Had a Ribbon Bow
3. Muleskinner Blues
4. Another Man Done Gone
5. Shame and Scandal
6. Jack O'Diamonds
7. Buked and Scorned
8. Easy Rider
9. Joshua
10. Hound Dog
11. Glory Glory
12. Alabama Bound
13. Been in the Pen
14. Deep Blue Sea
15. God's Gonna Cut You Down
16. Oh Freedom/Come and Go With Me/I'm On My Way
17. Motherless Children
18. Ox Driver's Song
19. If I Had a Hammer
20. I'm Going Back to the Red Clay Country
21. When I Was a Young Girl
22. The Gallows Pole
23. God's Gonna Cut You Down
24. John Riley
25. John Henry


Disc: 2
1. Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho
2. All the Pretty Little Horses
3. Prettiest Train
4. Meeting at the Building
5. No More Auction Block for Me
6. Hold On
7. Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child
8. Ain't No Grave Can Hold My Body Down
9. He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
10. Sail Away Ladies, Sail Away
11. The Gallows Pole
12. Lowlands
13. The Fox
14. Maybe She Go
15. The Lass from the Low Countree
16. Timber
17. Deep River
18. Chilly Winds
19. Greensleeves
20. Devilish Mary
21. All the Pretty Little Horses
22. The Midnight Special
23. Take This Hammer
24. There's a Hole in My Bucket (With Harry Belafonte)

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