Nursery Rhymes by Bill Wells & Friends reimagines classic childhood melodies through a contemporary folk lens, bringing together an eclectic group of collaborators. Released by Karaoke Kalk in 2015, this album features inventive reinterpretations that tease out unexpected layers of emotion and humor from familiar tales, with contributions from artists like Yo La Tengo and Isobel Campbell.
Sensitive arrangements and distinctive vocals draw out the richness and occasional darkness of these age-old rhymes, giving each track its own unique atmosphere. For listeners and collectors alike, Nursery Rhymes offers a fresh take on traditional songs, highlighting Bill Wells' signature approach to collaborative music-making.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Karaoke Kalk
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 11/20/2015
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TRACKS
A1. Three Blind Mice (Featuring Karen Mantler And Yo La Tengo)
A2. Polly Put The Kettle On (Featuring Isobel Campbell And Amy Allison)
A3. Humpty Dumpty (Featuring Amber Papini And Yo La Tengo)
A4. Shoo Fly (Featuring Amy Allison And Yo La Tengo)
A5. Oranges And Lemons (Featuring Syd Straw With The Karen Mantler Trio)
A6. Hickory Dickory Dock (Featuring Norman Blake And Aby Vulliamy)
A7. Hot Cross Buns (Featuring Michael Cerveris)
A8. Ding Dong Bell (Featuring Bridget St John)
B9. Lavender’s Blue (Featuring Norman Blake, Georgia Hubley And Yo La Tengo)
B10. Bobby Shaftoe (Featuring Aby Vulliamy)
B11. Rock A Bye Baby (Featuring Isobel Campbell)
B12. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (Featuring Satomi Matsuzaki)
B13. Ring Around The Rosie (Featuring Karen Mantler And Yo La Tengo)
B14. Hey Diddle Diddle (Featuring Annette Peacock)
B15. Ride A Cock Horse (Featuring Norman Blake And Yo La Tengo)
C1. See Saw Margery Daw (Featuring Satomi Matsuzaki And Aby Vulliamy)
C2. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (English Version, Featuring Satomi Matsuzaki)
D3. Shoo Fly (Alternate Mix, Featuring Amy Allison And Yo La Tengo)
D4. Presentation Piece # 3 (Featuring Karen Mantler)
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