Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson

Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson

Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson

ASIN: B00000J7ZQ

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
Pinecastle Records makes a particularly wise choice by unearthing this 1981 gem from the Webco vaults, originally released under the title Sweet Sunny South. Larry Stephenson's high and smooth lead vocals (à la Bobby Osborne) and sturdy mandolin picking lead the way through a well-chosen set of material, which includes everything from bluegrass standards like the traditional "Sweet Sunny South" and the Osborne Brothers' "Big Spike Hammer" to midcentury country songs like Buddy Starcher's "Sweet Thing," Don Gibson's hit "Sea of Heartbreak," and the Louvin-penned, Osborne-covered "Give This Message to Your Heart." Add a passionate reading of the Platters' "Only You" and a romp through John Prine's "Paradise," and you have an eclectic repertoire delivered with precise picking and impeccable harmonies, the latter courtesy of Don Parmley and son David. --Marc Greilsamer

Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson,Larry Stephenson,Webco,Bluegrass,Country,Country Gospel,Folk,Pop,Traditional Bluegrass
Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Vocal Treat
 Webco Classics Volume 5: Larry Stephenson
Larry Stephenson
Manufacturer: Webco
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Country | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music
TraditionalTraditional | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Folk | Styles | Music
Traditional FolkTraditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
Country GospelCountry Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music
BluegrassBluegrass | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music
Country GospelCountry Gospel | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00000J7ZQ
Release Date: 1999-06-22

Tracks:

  1. Sweet Sunny South
  2. Love Is A Stranger
  3. Only You
  4. Paradise
  5. Grave In The Valley
  6. Give This Message To Your Heart
  7. Should I Go Home (Or Should I Go Crazy)
  8. Big Spike Hammer
  9. Sweet Thing
  10. Sea Of Heartbreak
  11. I Knew Love Had Found Me
  12. Going Up

Amazon.com

Pinecastle Records makes a particularly wise choice by unearthing this 1981 gem from the Webco vaults, originally released under the title Sweet Sunny South. Larry Stephenson's high and smooth lead vocals (à la Bobby Osborne) and sturdy mandolin picking lead the way through a well-chosen set of material, which includes everything from bluegrass standards like the traditional "Sweet Sunny South" and the Osborne Brothers' "Big Spike Hammer" to midcentury country songs like Buddy Starcher's "Sweet Thing," Don Gibson's hit "Sea of Heartbreak," and the Louvin-penned, Osborne-covered "Give This Message to Your Heart." Add a passionate reading of the Platters' "Only You" and a romp through John Prine's "Paradise," and you have an eclectic repertoire delivered with precise picking and impeccable harmonies, the latter courtesy of Don Parmley and son David. --Marc Greilsamer

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Vocal Treat.......2004-10-10

Larry Stephenson is a skilled musician and vocal treasure. This album really starts out with a bang on the title track "Sweet Sunny South." It's an upbeat happy number that will have you kickin and singing along. "Paradise" is another great tune I remember so well from Jim and Jesse's live shows. The album is really a plus because the song selections are versatile, and his distinct tenor voice pierces the heart. Larry does an awesome job on the country classic "sea of heartbreak," the rythem and the arrangement is great. Although Stephenson is not my top favorites of bluegrass music, I like listening to him because of his distinct sound. The instrumental work is good as well, this is really a charming album. "Big Spike Hammer" is another one of my favorites. As long as you like the artists, Webco always has a good pick of songs. Pick this album up!

Album Review:

  1. Wide Open Spaces (Aus) [CD-single] [Import]
  2. World of Country & Western, Vol. 3 [Import]
  3. 20 Country Gospel Classics - Amazing Grace [Import]
  4. A Postcard from Jack
  5. Across the Grain
  6. Adam Brand [Import]
  7. Always On My Mind & Other Big Hits: Live [Import] [Live]
  8. Back In The Saddle Again: 22 Country Songs [Import]
  9. Bang Bang Bang [CD-single]
  10. Be Ready Boys

Album Review

Album Review