Recorded live across three historic North Carolina locations — including the homes of legendary traditional musicians Etta Baker and Joe Thompson — What Did The Blackbird Say To The Crow is a deeply rooted celebration of old-time string music from two Grammy-winning artists. Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson bring an earthy authenticity to this collection of fiddle and banjo music, evoking the spirit of North Carolina's rich musical traditions with a remarkably intimate and unadorned approach.
What makes this album truly special is its sense of place and presence — recorded live in May 2024, the sessions capture not just the music but the world around it, with birds, cicadas, and roosters woven naturally into the recordings. Released on Nonesuch Records in 2025, the album comes with a beautifully designed bi-fold insert featuring liner notes, credits, and lyrics, making it a meaningful addition to any collection of American roots music.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Nonesuch
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 04/18/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Rain Crow
A2. Brown's Dream
A3. Hook And Line
A4. Pumpkin Pie
A5. Duck's Eyeball
A6. Ryestraw
A7. Little Brown Jug
A8. Going To Raleigh
A9. Country Waltz
B1. Molly Put The Kettle On
B2. Fly Around My Pretty Little Miss
B3. John Henry
B4. Love Somebody
B5. Ebenezer
B6. Old Joe Clark
B7. Old Molly Hare
B8. Marching Jaybird
B9. Walkin' In The Parlor
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