Green Tree
© Copyright-Will Fudeman
(616895313721)
Record Label: Will Fudeman, with Fred Koslov
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Will Fudeman's songs have lyrics worth hearing, and memorable melodies. He plays a sweet mandolin, and mandola. Fred Koslov was one of the finest guitar players ever to pick up a Guild. (Also a member of "A Fine Kettle of Fish" and "Radio London"- Ithaca based bands). Will and Fred both played with "Cayuga Klezmer Revival" (great album "Klezmology"). "The Ninevites" tells the story of Jonah from Jonah's point of view. It is a funny and effective song about the joy of hating the morally reprehensible "bad guys". "Waiting" features vocals by Jody Kessler, well-known singer songwriter. Other background vocals by Susan Lytle, a uniquely great singer.
This album is a showcase of Fred Koslov's brilliant playing. Fred's original instrumental "Ellie's Tune" is especially worth hearing...
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author: David Spero RN
Will Fudeman writes, plays and sings with whimsy and wisdom. His songs inspire hope and positive feelings. "Dog on a Chain" catches the struggle to deal with the suffering in the world. "The Ninevites" is a funny and profound retelling of the story of Jonah and the Whale.
There are a lot of catchy melodies, especially on "Green Tree" and "Good People." I would have liked to hear more of the background vocals and also of Will and Fred's strings. But I have listend to this a dozen times and am still not tired of it.
David Spero RN www.davidsperorn.com
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