RAMBLIN JACK ELLIOTT A Stranger Here (2009 US 10-track advance promotional CD album
- working with producer Joe Henry [ Bettye La Vette Solomon Burke Elvis Costello/ Allen Toussaint] the 77 year old folk legend sings & plays acoustic guitar backed by a stellar collection of musicians handpicked by Henry among them Van Dyke Parks & David Hidalgo [ Los Lobos]. Revered for his interpretive take on traditional American music Elliott steps out of the country/folk arena that has shap ed his legend 50+ years in the making. Haunting & evocative landscapes crafted by Henry construct a mood that is enhanced by Elliotts world-scarred voice. Together musician & producer examine a carefully selected number of pre-WWII blues