Michael Daugherty's "This Land Sings" is a captivating avant-garde album inspired by the life and times of the legendary folk musician Woody Guthrie. Released on May 8, 2020, under the Naxos label, this 1-hour, 6-minute journey through music is a testament to Daugherty's innovative compositional style. The album features 17 tracks, each offering a unique blend of storytelling and musical brilliance. From the evocative "Perpetual Motion Man" to the haunting "Wayfaring Stranger [900 Miles]," Daugherty's work is both a tribute to Guthrie's legacy and a bold exploration of contemporary musical expression. Whether you're a fan of avant-garde music or simply appreciate a rich, narrative-driven soundscape, "This Land Sings" promises an engaging and thought-provoking listening experience.
Tracks
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 1, OvertureMichael Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 2, The Ghost and Will of Joe HillMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 3, Perpetual Motion ManMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 4, Marfa LightsMichael Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 5, Hear the Dust BlowMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 6, GracelandMichael Daugherty, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 7, Forbidden FruitMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 8, Hot AirMichael Daugherty, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 9, Bread and RosesMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 10, This Land SingsMichael Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 11, Silver BulletMichael Daugherty, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 12, This Trombone Kills FascistsMichael Daugherty, Greg Spiridopoulos, Matthew Gold
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 13, Don't Sing Me a Love SongMichael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 14, My Heart Is BurningMichael Daugherty, Mike Fittipaldi
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 15, I'm Gonna Walk That Lonesome ValleyMichael Daugherty, John Daugherty, Weixiong Wang
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 16, Mermaid AvenueMichael Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
This Land Sings (Inspired by the Life and Times of Woody Guthrie): No. 17, Wayfaring Stranger [900 Miles]Michael Daugherty, Annika Socolofsky, John Daugherty, Dogs of Desire, David Alan Miller
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