On Down The Line

Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper
“On Down The Line”
Label: Compass Records
Joseph
Reviewed 7/9/14

Superb musicianship abounds in this new Michael Cleveland release – winner
of 9 – that’s right, 9 – IBMA Fiddler of the Year awards!

1 – (3:32) Too Late ForGoodbyes* Fast, ripping version of Julian Lennon song.
2 – (3:07) Fiddlin’ Joe* Good barndance theme, sweet.
3 – (2:28) Just Call Me Crazy* Up-tempo heartbreak song, terrific harmonies.
4 – (4:09) Come Along Jody* Tex Logan fiddle tune, superb playing all around.
5 – (2:35) Johnny Thompson* Fast bluegrass, faithless love & revenge, fine.
6 – (3:05) That Ol’ Train* Good mid-tempo love lament, fine playing.
7 – (2:58) The Sunny Side Of Town* Recovery from wine & women, nice.
8 – (3:26) Jack O’ Diamonds* Fine ¾ time solo fiddle, excellent.
9 – (2:27) Over On The Other Side* Fast gospel bluegrass quartet, fine.
10 – (2:42) When The Warden Turns The Key* Sad crime & punishment song.
11 – (2:10) Me And My Fiddle Decent cover of Benny Martin song, bouncy.
12 – (2:34) She Ain’t Sayin’* Fine mid-tempo tune about the sexes.
13 – (2:56) The Garden Wall* Touching song of true love, life, excellent.
14 – (3:32) The Orange Blossom Special* Fast, ripping fiddle instrumental, wow!