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Noam Pikelny is undeniably the next big thing to happen to the 5-string banjo. A player of unparalleled technique, Noam confounds listeners with his mastery of the instrument. As a member of Punch Brothers he has helped to broaden the awareness of the banjo in the mainstream, earning the first annual Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass Music and a coveted appearance on Late Night with David Letterman in the process.
On his long-awaited sophomore recording, Noam delivers a set that is as dazzling for its virtuosity as it is engaging for its melodic sensibilities. In addition to an all star cast of instrumentalists including Bryan Sutton (guitar), Chris Thile (mandolin), Tim O'Brien (mandolin, fiddle) and Jerry Douglas (dobro), he also shares the spotlight with guest vocalists Aoife O'Donovan (Crooked Still) on a delightful rendering of Tom Waits' 'Fish and Bird' and Tim O'Brien on a re-working of the Henry Thomas classic 'Bob Mckinney'. Other standout tracks include a banjo duet with Steve Martin on the old-time standard 'Cluck Old Hen' and a mind boggling, instrumental powerhouse trio featuring Chris Thile and Bryan Sutton on the original 'Bear Dog Grit'.
On his long-awaited sophomore recording, Noam delivers a set that is as dazzling for its virtuosity as it is engaging for its melodic sensibilities. In addition to an all star cast of instrumentalists including Bryan Sutton (guitar), Chris Thile (mandolin), Tim O'Brien (mandolin, fiddle) and Jerry Douglas (dobro), he also shares the spotlight with guest vocalists Aoife O'Donovan (Crooked Still) on a delightful rendering of Tom Waits' 'Fish and Bird' and Tim O'Brien on a re-working of the Henry Thomas classic 'Bob Mckinney'. Other standout tracks include a banjo duet with Steve Martin on the old-time standard 'Cluck Old Hen' and a mind boggling, instrumental powerhouse trio featuring Chris Thile and Bryan Sutton on the original 'Bear Dog Grit'.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Mikej
Format:Audio CD
Noam Pikelny is a banjo master and this is a great album. An amazing accomplishment for Noam's solo career. The only thing that would have made it better, and I mean really a first class offering, would be to hear Noam's vocals. Noam has the voice of an angel and an amazing range. Let it loose Noam. Let it loose.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
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Noam Pikelny
"Beat The Devil And Carry A Rail"
(Compass, 2011)
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A really fun, inventive banjo album from Punch Brothers co-founder Noam Pikelny, who brings back some of the playful puckishness heard in the early 1970s from innovative plunkers like Bill Keith and Tony Trischka. The songs are whimsical yet soulful and compelling and able to stand up to repeated listenings... Indeed, I've had this in rotation for over a week now and I'm still diggin' it. Highlights include collaborations with guests such as Jerry Douglas, Steve Martin and Chris Thile. Tim O'Brien sings on the rollicking topical ballad "Bob McKinney," sounding for all the world like an outtake from Loudon Wainwright's Charley Poole tribute album, and singer Aoife O'Donovan (of the band Crooked Still) illuminates the album with a mystical-sounding version of the Tom Waits' song, "Fish And Bird." Steve Martin, who's recently decided to really go for it with his passion for bluegrass, has a delightfully playful instrumental duet - lighthearted, intelligent and fun to play. Pikelny is a very generous musical host, and brings out the creative essence of collaboration -- everyone obviously had a lot of fun working on this one. All in all, a fine album -- one of my faves this year! (DJ Joe Sixpack, Slipcue Guide To Country Music)
Noam Pikelny
"Beat The Devil And Carry A Rail"
(Compass, 2011)
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A really fun, inventive banjo album from Punch Brothers co-founder Noam Pikelny, who brings back some of the playful puckishness heard in the early 1970s from innovative plunkers like Bill Keith and Tony Trischka. The songs are whimsical yet soulful and compelling and able to stand up to repeated listenings... Indeed, I've had this in rotation for over a week now and I'm still diggin' it. Highlights include collaborations with guests such as Jerry Douglas, Steve Martin and Chris Thile. Tim O'Brien sings on the rollicking topical ballad "Bob McKinney," sounding for all the world like an outtake from Loudon Wainwright's Charley Poole tribute album, and singer Aoife O'Donovan (of the band Crooked Still) illuminates the album with a mystical-sounding version of the Tom Waits' song, "Fish And Bird." Steve Martin, who's recently decided to really go for it with his passion for bluegrass, has a delightfully playful instrumental duet - lighthearted, intelligent and fun to play. Pikelny is a very generous musical host, and brings out the creative essence of collaboration -- everyone obviously had a lot of fun working on this one. All in all, a fine album -- one of my faves this year! (DJ Joe Sixpack, Slipcue Guide To Country Music)
Format:Audio CD
I'm shopping for a new integrated stereo amplifier (In the $800-900 price range) and I've been using Track 3, Fish and Bird with Aoife O' Donovan to do some of my product testing. This CD is very well recorded and works great for testing equipment in the price range I'm looking at. Not to mention, Noam's awsome pickin!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
great stuff
some different tunes, and many well known performers contribute to this effort. I was surprised at the variety on this disk.
Published 4 months ago by Jon K. Slinger
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic CD!
I LOVE this CD! Fantastic music! I listen to it very often! The abundant talent is obvious throughout all the songs. Thanks for making this wonderful CD Noam Pikelny!
Published 4 months ago by Cynthia Sarver
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