Title: Big Rock Candy Mountain Artist: Burl Ives Label: Good Time Product Type: COMPACT DISCS UPC: 730167332781 Genre: Country Release Date: 2023-07-07 Number of Discs: 1 Additional Details: MANUFACTURED ON DEMAND
With his jewel of a voice and guitar with a mind of it's own, Burl Ives was truly one of a kind. With a simple strum of the guitar, he could transport you to familiar landscapes that feel simultaneously comforting and captivating. Originally released in 1979, "Big Rock Candy Mountain" showcases this unparalleled talent as a storyteller, bringing to life a vivid tapestry of folk songs and immersing you in a world where melodies come to life and lyrics paint vivid pictures in your mind. At the heart of this journey lies a selection of unforgettable songs that have become enduring classics. From the rousing and spirited title track, "Big Rock Candy Mountain," to the poignant and heartfelt "Goober Peas", this album stands as a tribute to the great American folk tradition and to the man who has instilled this tradition into the hearts and heritage of us all.
Tracks: 1.1 Big Rock Candy Mountain 1.2 Buggy Ride 1.3 John Henry 1.4 Funny Way of Laughing 1.5 Bow Down 1.6 Old Front Porch 1.7 Goober Peas 1.8 A Little Bitty Tear 1.9 Green, Green Grass of Home 1.10 Blue Tail Fly (Jimmie Crack Corn)
