Red Allen Folkways Years 1964-1983 Featuring Frank Wakefield (CD)

(Smithsonian Folkways) 28 tracks, Digipack

The late Red Allen is considered one of the most important exponents of the "High, Lonesome Sound," the epitome of bluegrass singing. Red Allen's spirited vocals and powerful rhythm guitar make him one of bluegrass' greatest innovators, while remaining true to his roots, playing them directly and singing with soul. Allen's 1964 Folkways bluegrass album "Red Allen, Frank Wakefield and the Kentuckians," on which Wakefield plays mandolin, is considered one of the most influential documents of the genre. Smithsonian Folkways presents this remarkable album, along with six previously unreleased recordings and additional tracks from four later Folkways albums. 72 minutes. 36-page booklet with photos and extensive notes.